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    • Dermatology
    • Occupational Health
    • Toxicology

    Background:

    • Occupational leucoderma is a skin condition characterized by depigmentation.
    • Identifying causative agents is crucial for managing occupational skin diseases.

    Observation:

    • A patient presented with depigmentation consistent with occupational leucoderma.
    • The patient worked with various adhesives.
    • Patch testing was performed using the adhesives the patient was exposed to.

    Findings:

    • The patient exhibited a positive patch test reaction to a specific adhesive.
    • Depigmentation was observed at the site of the positive patch test.
    • The leucoderma subsequently became generalized over time.

    Implications:

    • This case highlights adhesives as a potential cause of occupational leucoderma.
    • Patch testing is a valuable diagnostic tool for identifying specific triggers.
    • Early identification and removal of causative agents may prevent disease generalization.