Nickel allergy in hairdressers

Schubert, H.; Prater, E.

doi:10.1111/j.1600-0536.1982.tb04269.x

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“…Other studies have also shown no correlation between the presence of nickel sensitivity and the development of hand eczema 18,23,32 . It is now generally believed that the apparent increase in hairdressers with hand eczema who are nickel sensitive may relate to the wearing of nickel‐plated fashion jewellery and may predate hairdressing 19,20,28,29,33 …”

Section: Aetiology Of Occupational Contact Dermatitismentioning

confidence: 99%

CONTINUING MEDICAL EDUCATION REVIEW Occupational skin disease in hairdressers

Lee

Nixon

2001

Aust J Dermatology

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Hairdressers belong to an occupational group that is commonly affected by occupational skin disease, specifically contact dermatitis, which may be allergic or irritant and, less commonly, contact urticaria. Occupational contact dermatitis predominantly affects apprentices, and atopy is a recognized risk factor associated with a poor prognosis. Repetitive wet work leading to irritant contact dermatitis, followed by exposure to allergens and the development of allergic contact dermatitis, are the main factors contributing to occupational contact dermatitis. Once developed, it is often difficult to manage and is a cause of significant morbidity. Early education, training and prevention is the best approach to the management of this disorder that is endemic among hairdressers.

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Section: Aetiology Of Occupational Contact Dermatitismentioning

confidence: 99%