A 40-year-old female presents with a red, itchy rash on her earlobes, neck, and wrists. She recently started wearing a new set of jewelry. What could be the potential cause and recommended management?
This patient's symptoms suggest contact dermatitis, possibly an allergy to nickel, a metal commonly used in jewelry. Management would involve avoiding nickel-containing items. Topical steroids can be used to alleviate acute symptoms. Hypoallergenic jewelry, which is less likely to cause a reaction, could be recommended for future use.