Nickel Allergy Overview

NICKEL ALLERGY

Allergy to nickel is one of the most common causes of allergic contact dermatitis - itchy skin that appears when you touch the substances normally harmless.

Nickel allergy is usually associated with earrings and other jewelry for piercings. However, nickel can be found in many everyday items - from coins collar closure, bracelets, spectacle frames.

Nickel allergy can affect people of all ages. Nickel allergy generally develops after repeated or prolonged exposure to items containing nickel. Treatments can reduce the symptoms of allergy to nickel. When you develop a nickel allergy, but you will always be sensitive to metal and should avoid contact.