A few months ago, I got hit with what my dermatologist called a “pretty severe” allergic reaction: The lower half of my face was hot to the touch and as red as a stop sign. And if that wasn’t enough, ...

Using a new skin care product without testing it first can potentially cause allergic contact dermatitis, an inflammatory skin condition in which the immune system overreacts to an ingredient in the ...

The American Academy of Dermatology outlines the following steps to perform a patch test: Check whether they are carrying an epinephrine pen. If they are, follow the instructions on the side of the ...

Lane Dermatology is offering patch testing to identify substances that may be causing a skin rash or contact dermatitis. The patch testing procedure is simple and painless, a news release said. The ...