What are the symptoms of a nickel allergy?
Did someone buy you cheap jewelry?
Nickel Allergy sufferers may comprise up to fifteen percent of the US population, though they may not know they have sensitivity to nickel and items that contain it. Coins, tools, cell phones, and a variety of other everyday objects may contain nickel in trace amounts, and this can lead to itching, rashes, and even skin infections . People usually find out that they have nickel allergies when they wear jewelry and get a red rash. In some cases, sweating causes the rash because the salty compounds in sweat create a medium for nickel to interact with skin. Also known as contact dermatitis, nickel allergy cases can be hard to avoid for people who work with metal objects and tools on a daily basis. Even cashiers, who have to handle money containing nickel, can end up with skin irritation, and because people also touch other parts of their skin, the rashes can be spread to other places on the body. In some cases, nickel allergies are discovered in the body piercing process, or just after, and can lead to severe infections, so for prevention it is always recommended that people who are getting piercings should go with hypoallergenic, titanium, or stainless steel implements.
Notes and Special Information
Special note: Consult with a dermatologist if you believe you have a nickel allergy or skin sensitivity.