Chromium Allergy and its Activation of the Innate Immune Response
Chromium allergy is a type of allergic contact dermatitis characterized by rashes, inflammation, and scaling. Our innate immune response drives this inflammatory reaction when the surface of our skin comes in contact with chromium (hence, the term, “allergic contact dermatitis.”) The primary cause of chromium allergy is constant exposure to chromium-containing chemicals or compounds. The … Read more