Topic

Allergic Contact Dermatitis

Topic

Allergic Contact Dermatitis

IL-13–Amphiregulin Axis Drives Chronic Itch in Allergic Contact Dermatitis

A JID letter published October 5, 2026 links IL-13-induced amphiregulin to TRPV3 and TSLP signaling, identifying a keratinocyte pathway that amplifies chronic itch in allergic contact dermatitis.

October 9, 2026

Up to 14% of Patch-Tested Patients React to Gold — but It Rarely Matters

Positive patch tests need exposure confirmation and sustained avoidance to prove relevance, USC's Brandon Adler, MD, told the Cal…

October 9, 2026

Relevant Contact Allergy Found in 41% of Hand Eczema Cases Referred for Testing

Patch testing detected at least one relevant contact allergy in 41% of hand eczema patients referred for evaluation, supporting e…

September 27, 2026