Meaning of the word dermatitis in English

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dermatitis

US /ˌdɝː.məˈtaɪ.t̬əs/
UK /ˌdɝː.məˈtaɪ.t̬əs/
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Noun

1.

a condition of the skin in which it becomes red, swollen, sore, and itchy, often as a result of irritation or an allergic reaction.

Example:
The doctor diagnosed her with contact dermatitis after she used a new soap.
Eczema is a common form of dermatitis.
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