What is dermatitis neglecta?
Last reviewed Fri 3 November 2017
By Jon Johnson
Reviewed by Cynthia Cobb, APRN
Dermatitis neglecta is a skin disorder caused by not cleaning the skin sufficiently. It can be confused with allergic reactions and other skin conditions, but it responds much better to basic hygiene than other skin problems do.
There are a few different risk factors for dermatitis neglecta, as well as some simple treatment and prevention options.
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