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Contact dermatitis from telefax paper.

L Kanerva1, T Estlander, R Jolanki

  • 1Section of Dermatology, Institute of Occupational Health, Helsinki, Finland.

Contact Dermatitis
|July 1, 1992
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Occupational hand dermatitis in a secretary was linked to telefax paper, likely due to colophony allergy. Symptoms resolved after avoiding the paper, confirming an allergic contact dermatitis diagnosis.

Area of Science:

  • Dermatology
  • Occupational Health
  • Allergology

Background:

  • Occupational hand contact dermatitis is a common condition.
  • Identifying specific workplace allergens is crucial for effective management.

Observation:

  • A nonatopic female secretary presented with hand dermatitis after prolonged exposure to telefax paper.
  • Dermatitis symptoms improved during leave and recurred upon returning to work.
  • Patch testing revealed allergies to fragrances, balsam of Peru, colophony, and neomycin.

Findings:

  • Telefax paper was identified as the likely culprit, with a suspected allergic reaction to colophony.
  • The patient's own telefax paper elicited a weak, possibly allergic, reaction upon patch testing.
  • Relocation and avoidance of telefax paper led to complete symptom resolution.

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Implications:

  • This case highlights telefax paper as a potential occupational allergen.
  • Colophony allergy should be considered in cases of unexplained hand dermatitis related to office supplies.
  • Preventive measures and allergen identification are key in managing occupational contact dermatitis.