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Shoe dermatitis in India.

A K Bajaj1, S C Gupta, A K Chatterjee

  • 1Department of Dermatology, M. L. N. Medical College, Allahabad (U.P.),India.

Contact Dermatitis
|November 1, 1988
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Shoe allergens commonly cause foot dermatitis. Patch testing revealed chrome as the most frequent allergen, affecting 37 out of 47 patients. Other materials like plastics and rubber also triggered reactions in some individuals.

Area of Science:

  • Dermatology
  • Allergology
  • Occupational Health

Background:

  • Foot dermatitis is a common condition.
  • Shoe components are potential allergens.
  • Identifying specific allergens is crucial for effective management.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the prevalence of shoe allergen sensitization in patients with foot dermatitis.
  • To identify the specific allergens responsible for contact dermatitis in footwear.

Main Methods:

  • Patch testing was performed on 105 patients diagnosed with foot dermatitis.
  • Patients were exposed to a range of common shoe allergens over an 18-month period.
  • Reactions were recorded to determine sensitization to specific materials and chemicals.

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Main Results:

  • 47 out of 105 patients (44.8%) showed positive reactions to one or more shoe allergens.
  • Chromium compounds were the most prevalent sensitizer, with 37 patients reacting positively.
  • Plastic materials caused reactions in 8 patients, while rubber and rubber chemicals affected 5 patients.
  • Specific chemicals like 1,3-diphenylguanidine (3 patients) and N-cyclohexyl-2-benzothiazolesulfenamide (2 patients) were also identified as allergens.

Conclusions:

  • Shoe allergens are a significant cause of foot dermatitis.
  • Chromium is a primary allergen in footwear-related contact dermatitis.
  • A diverse range of materials and chemicals in shoes can induce allergic reactions, necessitating comprehensive patch testing protocols.