[Is it possible to prevent the development of occupational bronchial asthma?]

The authors describe a case of a female patient who developed an allergic reaction to occupational allergens. The authors discuss the necessity of correct evaluation of suitable jobs in an environment causing allergization. The patient was engaged in the magistraliter preparations of medicaments in a pharmacy. The authors draw attention to possible complications, when allergic patients are referred late to comprehensive allergological occupational medical examinations. Correct enlistment into work with regard to the health status is an important preventive factor which prevents the development of occupational allergies.