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Transfer contact dermatitis caused by rosin use in bowling
Amir Aboutalebi1, C Stanley Chan, Rajani Katta
1Department of Dermatology, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas, USA.
Dermatology Online Journal
|December 31, 2009
Summary
Diagnosing allergic contact dermatitis from colophony can be difficult, especially when symptoms appear in unusual areas. This case highlights facial dermatitis caused by indirect rosin exposure from bowling.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Allergology
- Occupational Health
Background:
- Allergic contact dermatitis (ACD) diagnosis is complicated by colophony's widespread use.
- Atypical dermatitis presentation can obscure the causative allergen, colophony (rosin).
Observation:
- A case of facial dermatitis is presented.
- The patient's dermatitis distribution did not align with typical colophony exposure patterns.
Findings:
- The facial dermatitis was attributed to transfer of colophony from bowling equipment.
- This represents a case of transfer contact dermatitis due to rosin in a recreational setting.
Implications:
- Highlights the importance of considering indirect allergen transfer in ACD diagnosis.
- Suggests awareness of colophony in sports equipment for dermatologists.
- Underscores the need for thorough patient history, including recreational activities, for ACD diagnosis.
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