Understanding the Rising Global Burden and Diagnostic Challenges in the Allergic Contact Dermatitis Market: The Critical Role of Patch Testing
Description: This blog post explores the increasing prevalence and complexity of allergic contact dermatitis (ACD), a significant immunological condition driving growth in the Allergic Contact Dermatitis Market, and emphasizes the indispensable role of diagnostic tools like patch testing in identifying causative allergens.
Allergic contact dermatitis (ACD) is a common form of eczema, a Type IV delayed hypersensitivity reaction, caused by an immune response to a material—or allergen—in contact with the skin. The global prevalence of contact allergy is rising, imposing a high financial burden on healthcare systems and significantly impairing patients’ quality of life. This growing burden is a key driver for the Allergic Contact Dermatitis Market. Factors such as workplace exposure, age, sex (with women showing a higher incidence, partly due to nickel and acrylates in consumer products), and genetic predispositions are all contributing to the increasing number of cases.
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