Skin corrosion/irritation

Skin corrosion is the production of irreversible damage to the skin: namely, visible necrosis through the epidermis and into the dermis, following the application of a test substance for up to 4 hours. ‘Corrosive reactions are typified by ulcers, bleeding, bloody scabs, and. by the end of observation at 14 days, by discolouration due to blanching of the skin, complete areas of alopecia, and scars. Histopathology should be considered to evaluate questionable lesions.

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