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Bacterial skin infection due to gold
Hello doctor, I am getting baad skin recurring rashes whenever I wear gold or other metal jewellery. It's mostly on neck area but sometimes also appears on hands. Please let me know
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Don't worry...you are suffering from allergic contact dermatitis causing this rashes... Specific medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for detailed prescription by sending photos.
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Gold does not cause rashes. But other metals.in artificial jewellery can cause rashes. This is called allergic contact dermatitis or eczema. Please send photos using online consult option for proper examination diagnosis and treatment
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