Irritant contact dermatitis is a common skin condition that occurs when the skin comes into direct contact with an irritating substance. It is a type of dermatitis, which refers to inflammation of the skin. Unlike allergic contact dermatitis, which involves an allergic reaction to a specific substance, irritant contact dermatitis is caused by direct damage or irritation to the skin.

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