Anamneseauxilium und gewerbedermatologische Beurteilung bei medizinischen Bademeistern, Masseuren und Physiotherapeuten

Abstract

The various noxious agents to which these occupational groups can be exposed are described in detail. We have constructed a supplementary questionnaire to aid the occupational dermatologist in evaluating such individuals. We describe measures for skin protection, and methods for reduce exposure of harmful agents.

Profile of irritant patch testing with detergents: sodium lauryl sulfate, sodium laureth sulfate and alkyl polyglucoside

“…Therefore, we think that this minimal irritation was not caused by the substance. More likely it was the occlusion (and the water as vehicle) itself which caused this minimal irritation, as the irritant effect of both occlusion and water is well‐known (14–17). Therefore, it can be stated that even 2.0% APG applied over 24 h does not produce any substantial irritation.…”

Association between occupation and contact allergy to the fragrance mix: a multifactorial analysis of national surveillance data

“…In the case of masseurs and physiotherapists, the range of work exposures has recently been reviewed 20. The authors emphasised the role of irritation by friction and cumulative exposure to emulsifiers and certain lipids, which may enhance penetration of allergens, not to mention the importance of primary irritant dermatitis as a percursor for second stage allergic contact dermatitis to fragrances,1 which abound in massage lotions and related products.…”

Patch testing with contact allergens

“…History must at least include information on atopy, occupation and possible allergen exposure. History auxiliaries may be helpful in taking the patients’ history, especially in cases of occupational dermatitis [44–47]. The individual test program has to be compiled according to the patient's history, possibly with reference to DKG recommendations [48–53] (also see DKG homepage: http://www.ivdk.gwdg.de/dkg).…”