Challenges in Textile Contact Dermatitis

Evaluation of symptoms among above-wing uniformed airline employees.

“…The physical properties of fabrics can contribute to these factors. For example, some fibers such as wool can lead to mechanical irritation, and fabrics can trap moisture or perspiration on the skin [Nedorost 2023]. The clinical pattern is generally described as affecting the neck, major skin folds, and inner thighs.…”

“…Moisture, most commonly in the form of perspiration, is needed to leach dyes or resins from the textile to where it can be in close contact with the skin for allergic contact dermatitis to occur. Exposure to garments might not lead to dermatitis without perspiration [Nedorost 2023]. In addition, results might be falsely negative or less pronounced if the person being tested has a medical condition or is using medication that suppresses their immune system [Ophaug and Schwarzenberger 2020;Svedman and Bruze 2019].…”