Evidence suggests that nickel allergies are becoming more common, and your iPad could be part of the problem.
Dr. Sharon Jacob, dermatologist at Rady Children's Hospital, told The Associated Press that data showed 25 percent of children who get tested for skin allergies are allergic to nickel, which is up from 17 percent just 10 years ago. Nickel is one of the most common metals to cause skin irritation, which isn't life threatening but can cause terrible itching.
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