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  • 1Department of Occupational Dermatology, Academic Hospital Free University, De Boelelaan 1117, 1081 HV Amsterdam, The Netherlands.

The British Journal of Dermatology
|September 6, 2000
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Patch testing can cause subjective complaints beyond skin reactions, including itch, tiredness, and feeling unwell. These symptoms are common, with most patients reporting issues shortly after the procedure.

Area of Science:

  • Dermatology
  • Allergy and Immunology
  • Clinical Trials

Background:

  • Limited data exists on subjective complaints experienced during patch testing.
  • Understanding patient-reported symptoms is crucial for comprehensive assessment.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To determine the frequency and nature of subjective complaints during patch testing.
  • To assess the potential causal link between patch testing and these complaints.

Main Methods:

  • A questionnaire-based study involving 433 patients.
  • Data collected on subjective complaints such as itch, tiredness, and malaise between December 1996 and October 1997.

Main Results:

  • A high percentage of patients (87% on day 0, 88% by day 2) reported subjective complaints.

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  • Itch (primarily on the back) and tiredness were the most frequent complaints.
  • A notable proportion of patients who initially reported no symptoms developed them by day 2 and days 3-4.

    • Conclusions:

    • Patch testing can induce subjective complaints beyond local skin reactions and itch.
    • These additional symptoms may include tiredness, headache, and light-headedness.
    • Further investigation into the patient experience of patch testing is warranted.