ICD-11 classes
14 Diseases of the skin
Inflammatory dermatoses
Dermatitis and eczema
EK02 — Irritant contact dermatitis
EK02.0 — Irritant contact dermatitis from specified external agents
EK02.00 — Irritant contact dermatitis due to wet work

ICD-11 EK02.00 — Irritant contact dermatitis due to wet work

Irritant contact dermatitis caused by prolonged or repetitive wet work. It usually affects predominantly the skin of the hands and wrists but may affect other sites if clothing is repeatedly drenched. Although water and sweat alone (especially from under occlusive protection gloves) may be responsible, the risk is increased by exposure to defatting agents and irritants including soaps, detergents and cooling fluids. It is seen commonly in those looking after dependent relatives, especially young mothers. Professions or occupational sectors where there are substantial risks include health care, hairdressing, cleaning, catering and food-processing.

The diagnosis includes nothing.

The diagnosis excludes nothing.

It has no clarifying diagnoses.

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