Patch testing of 490 patients in Hong Kong.

abstract：:Cheilitis granulomatosa (CG) is a rare disorder of unknown origin, which is characterized clinically by painless, recurrent or persistent swelling of 1 or both lips. Betel quids, composed of betel nuts (seeds of the Areca catechu), slake lime, and Piper betel leaf/or Piper betel inflorescence, are widely used in Asia ...

journal_title：Contact dermatitis

authors： Chiu CS,Tsai YL

更新日期：2008-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A predictive study comparing the sensitizing potentials of some topical antimicrobials, using a modified Beuhler's technique, showed that over-the-counter (OTC) antimicrobials were more sensitizing than prescribed topical antibiotics. Among OTC antimicrobials, proflavine was the most potent sensitizer (4/10 guinea pig...

journal_title：Contact dermatitis

authors： Goh CL

更新日期：1989-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:During the 2-year period 1976--1977, seven patients were studied with primary irritant dermatitis from topical preparations containing clioquinol. During the same period contact hypersensitivity to the compound was recorded in 35 eczema patients. Six of the seven patients with clioquinol irritancy had used creams cont...

journal_title：Contact dermatitis

authors： Kero M,Hannuksela M,Sothman A

更新日期：1979-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The occurrence and causes of occupational dermatoses at a film laboratory following modernization was studied. In 1983 the film laboratory moved to new premises built to reduce exposure to hazardous chemicals. The study was carried out during 1983-1986 with repeated interviews and dermatological examinations of all em...

journal_title：Contact dermatitis

authors： Lidén C

更新日期：1989-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Based on the information of the interdisciplinary task force on allergy diagnostics in the metal branch, in 2001, the German Contact Dermatitis Research Group (DKG) compiled two metalworking fluid (MWF) test series with currently and previously used components, respectively. After 2 years of patch testing, we present ...

journal_title：Contact dermatitis

authors： Geier J,Lessmann H,Dickel H,Frosch PJ,Koch P,Becker D,Jappe U,Aberer W,Schnuch A,Uter W

更新日期：2004-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Frictional hyperkeratotic hand dermatitis (FHHD) is an unusual form of chronic eczema relating to repeated frictional trauma. This form of hand eczema is often occupationally related and recalcitrant to therapy. We describe the case of FHHD in a 48-year-old dermatologic surgeon. The eruption was resistant to all topic...

journal_title：Contact dermatitis

authors： Walling HW,Swick BL,Storrs FJ,Boddicker ME

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In recent years, there has been a dramatic rise in our understanding of contact dermatitis. This paper is a review of our knowledge of the mechanisms involved in contact dermatitis and related phenomena, the investigation of these events and the emergence of significant new allergens during the last 5 years. ...

journal_title：Contact dermatitis

authors： Andersen KE,Benezra C,Burrows D,Camarasa J,Dooms-Goossens A,Ducombs G,Frosch P,Lachapelle JM,Lahti A,Menné T

更新日期：1987-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Effects of test techniques on neomycin patch test results have not been thoroughly investigated. This study focuses on effects of dose and application time of neomycin sulfate patch tests on test results. The effects are assessed both visually and by perfusion. 16 subjects positive to neomycin are retested with neomyc...

journal_title：Contact dermatitis

authors： Bjarnason B,Flosadóttir E

更新日期：2000-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Chromium (Cr) is a common skin sensitizer. The use of Cr(VI) in leather is restricted in the EU, but that of Cr(III) is not. OBJECTIVES:To assess whether prolonged exposure to Cr-tanned leather with mainly Cr(III) release may elicit allergic contact dermatitis in Cr-allergic individuals. METHOD:Ten Cr-alle...

journal_title：Contact dermatitis

authors： Hedberg YS,Erfani B,Matura M,Lidén C

更新日期：2018-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Lanolin has been tested as lanolin alcohols (30% pet.) in baseline patch test series since 1969, and this has shown clinically relevant allergic contact dermatitis cases. OBJECTIVES:To investigate the temporal development of lanolin allergy (i.e. positive reaction to lanolin alcohols and/or Amerchol™ L-101)...

journal_title：Contact dermatitis

authors： Fransen M,Overgaard LEK,Johansen JD,Thyssen JP

更新日期：2018-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Quercetin is a bioflavonoid with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity. The purpose of this study was to examine the effect of quercetin on acute skin irritation, with special interest in the skin barrier function recovery. Acute irritant contact dermatitis was induced in 15 patients by 24-h occlusion of 2% sodiu...

journal_title：Contact dermatitis

authors： Katsarou A,Davoy E,Xenos K,Armenaka M,Theoharides TC

更新日期：2000-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The allergenicity and the cross-reactivity of naphthenic acid (NA) and its metallic salts were evaluated in experimental animals. In the guinea pig maximization test, sensitizing skin reactions were observed with cobalt naphthenate (CoN), zinc naphthenate (ZnN) and NA, but not with copper naphthenate, with CoN being t...

journal_title：Contact dermatitis

authors： Yamano T,Shimizu M,Noda T

更新日期：2006-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The Danish Twin Register represents a population-based twin sample where the twins enter the Register independently of disease. All female twins born between 1906-30 and available in the Register in January 1978 were sent a questionnaire concerning possible nickel sensitivity. Among 746 pairs living in the eastern par...

journal_title：Contact dermatitis

authors： Menné T,Holm NV

更新日期：1983-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Repeated open application tests (ROATs) were performed with common ingredients of vehicles in 86 patients with contact dermatitis. The substances were applied twice daily for 7 days to the flexor aspect of the forearm near the cubital fossa, unless dermatitis appeared earlier. Of the patients with a questionable (?+) ...

journal_title：Contact dermatitis

authors： Hannuksela M,Salo H

更新日期：1986-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Captafol is a common cause of dermatitis amongst workers in the timber industry. In a survey of 14 timber treatment plants 23% of 133 workers exposed to captafol gave a history suggestive of occupationally induced dermatitis. Although allergic dermatitis can occur, irritant dermatitis is far more common. Attention to ...

journal_title：Contact dermatitis

authors： Stoke JC

更新日期：1979-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Many factors can influence the elicitation of hypersensitivity reactions in guinea pigs and humans. The effect which the vehicle might have on the test response in guinea pigs sensitized with various acrylic compounds, using the "guinea pig maximization test", has been investigated. A marked decrease in the number of ...

journal_title：Contact dermatitis

authors： Björkner B,Niklasson B

更新日期：1984-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We have studied a group of 104 patients with pompholyx, to investigate the relationship between allergological factors and its etiopathogenesis. The following examinations were performed: blood sampling (routine tests and IgE levels), allergological tests (patch, prick, intradermal, and oral provovation tests with nic...

journal_title：Contact dermatitis

authors： Lodi A,Betti R,Chiarelli G,Urbani CE,Crosti C

更新日期：1992-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Fragrance contact allergy has for long been recognized as an important health issue. In Denmark, the frequency of fragrance mix (FM) I contact allergy increased between 1985-1986 and 1997-1998 among male and female dermatitis patients. OBJECTIVES:To investigate the development of FM I and Myroxylon pereirae...

journal_title：Contact dermatitis

authors： Thyssen JP,Carlsen BC,Menné T,Johansen JD

更新日期：2008-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Patch testing was carried out in 851 atopic patients; 181 atopic dermatitis (AD) patients were additionally tested with 50% dilutions of the test substances. The occurrence of allergic and irritant reactions was frequent, being 57% and 33% for AD patients aged 28-41 years and 19-27 years, respectively. Among age-match...

journal_title：Contact dermatitis

authors： Lammintausta K,Kalimo K,Fagerlund VL

更新日期：1992-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The presence of hexavalent chromium (Cr[VI]), which is carcinogenic to humans and a dermal sensitizer, in tattoo inks may represent a serious health concern. The level of this impurity is limited to 0.2 mg/kg in tattoo inks by the European Resolution ResAP(2008)1. OBJECTIVES:To analyse 29 tattoo inks, produ...

journal_title：Contact dermatitis

authors： Bocca B,Senofonte O,Petrucci F

更新日期：2018-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:It has been known since the 1940s that nail polishes contain allergenic ingredients. The aim of this study was to clarify whether the nail polishes on the market today contain significant amounts of allergens, and what the solvents are. The following ingredients were determined: toluene, toluene sulfonamide formaldehy...

journal_title：Contact dermatitis

authors： Sainio EL,Engström K,Henriks-Eckerman ML,Kanerva L

更新日期：1997-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Hand eczema is a disease with large variation in clinical presentation and severity. Scoring systems for quantitative severity assessment exist. However, they are observer-dependent. An objective quantitative tool for scoring of hand eczema would improve categorization of hand eczema. OBJECTIVE:To investiga...

journal_title：Contact dermatitis

authors： Hald M,Thyssen JP,Zachariae C,Røpke MA,Carstensen JM,Schultz N,Johansen JD

更新日期：2019-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Several instruments for the assessment of the severity of hand eczema and health-related quality of life (HR-QoL) related to hand eczema have been developed. OBJECTIVES:The aim of the present study was to evaluate the correlation between frequently used methods. METHODS:Consecutive patients with current ha...

journal_title：Contact dermatitis

authors： Agner T,Jungersted JM,Coenraads PJ,Diepgen T

更新日期：2013-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Little is known about the prognosis of facial allergic contact dermatitis (FACD). The objective of the study was to investigate the prevalence and 1-year outcome of FACD in patients patch tested. 655 consecutive patients patch tested with European standard series in Peking University Hospital in a 2-year period were s...

journal_title：Contact dermatitis

authors： Li LF,Liu G,Wang J

更新日期：2007-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Japanese lacquer is made from the sap of the Japanese lacquer tree (Toxicodendron vernicifluum), a member of the Anacardiacae plant family. Objects painted with this material are described collectively as lacquerware. Both fresh lacquer and lacquerware may evoke allergic contact reactions ascribable to the urushiols c...

journal_title：Contact dermatitis

authors： Kawai K,Nakagawa M,Kawai K,Miyakoshi T,Miyashita K,Asami T

更新日期：1992-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Wheat protein derivatives are used in a variety of products worldwide. Gluten is commercially used 'as is' or with modifications such as hydrolysis, which is carried out to overcome its insolubility. Several cases of contact urticaria following exposure to hydrolysed wheat protein (HWP) in cosmetics or of an...

journal_title：Contact dermatitis

authors： Chinuki Y,Takahashi H,Dekio I,Kaneko S,Tokuda R,Nagao M,Fujisawa T,Morita E

更新日期：2013-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Chromium-tanned leather articles currently constitute the most important cause of contact allergy to chromium in Denmark. A regulation on the content of hexavalent chromium in leather was adopted in November 2013 by the EU member states. OBJECTIVES:To characterize patients with chromium allergy and their di...

journal_title：Contact dermatitis

authors： Bregnbak D,Thyssen JP,Zachariae C,Johansen JD

更新日期：2014-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Occlusion of the skin is a risk factor for development of irritant contact dermatitis. Occlusion may, however, have a positive effect on skin healing. No consensus on the effect of occlusion has been reached. OBJECTIVES:To investigate skin barrier response to occlusion on intact and damaged skin. METHODS:I...

journal_title：Contact dermatitis

authors： Jungersted JM,Høgh JK,Hellgren LI,Jemec GB,Agner T

更新日期：2010-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The Nickel Directive will become law in the countries of the European Union in 1996. This directive states that the concentration of nickel in post assemblies (used after ear piercing) may not exceed 0.05%, that products which come into direct and prolonged contact with the skin, e.g. earrings, watchstraps or zippers,...

journal_title：Contact dermatitis

authors： Gawkrodger DJ

更新日期：1996-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Skin compatibility of anionic surfactants may often but not always be predicted by in vitro tests. For instance, the correlation between in vivo and in vitro data is classically hampered in the presence of magnesium. This ion is known to interfere with in vitro skin irritation predictive tests based on protein denatur...

journal_title：Contact dermatitis

authors： Goffin V,Paye M,Piérard GE

更新日期：1995-07-01 00:00:00