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Delayed hypersensitivity to topical corticosteroids.

S Reitamo, A I Lauerma, S Stubb

    Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology
    |April 1, 1986
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    This study investigated topical corticosteroid hypersensitivity using patch testing. Ethanol as a vehicle enhanced patch test sensitivity for detecting corticosteroid allergies.

    Area of Science:

    • Dermatology
    • Allergology
    • Pharmacology

    Background:

    • Topical corticosteroids are widely used for inflammatory skin conditions.
    • Hypersensitivity reactions to topical corticosteroids can complicate treatment.
    • Accurate diagnosis of corticosteroid hypersensitivity is crucial for patient management.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the diagnostic accuracy of epicutaneous testing for topical corticosteroid hypersensitivity.
    • To compare different vehicles for patch testing corticosteroids.
    • To identify specific corticosteroids or preparations that elicit hypersensitivity reactions.

    Main Methods:

    • Epicutaneous patch testing was performed using Finn Chambers.
    • Steroids were tested in ethanol, white petrolatum, and dimethyl sulfoxide.

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  • Hydrocortisone-17-butyrate (H-17-B) was included in standard patch test series and use testing.
  • Patients with a history of hypersensitivity, suspected hypersensitivity, and general dermatologic patients were studied.

    • Main Results:

    • Positive patch test reactions for corticosteroids were observed in 50% of patients with a history of hypersensitivity and 28% of patients with suspected hypersensitivity.
    • All patients with confirmed corticosteroid hypersensitivity reacted positively to H-17-B.
    • Using ethanol as a vehicle increased the sensitivity of patch tests for corticosteroid hypersensitivity.

    Conclusions:

    • Patch testing is a valuable tool for diagnosing topical corticosteroid hypersensitivity.
    • Ethanol appears to be a superior vehicle for enhancing patch test sensitivity in detecting corticosteroid allergies.
    • Further investigation into specific steroid-drug hypersensitivities is warranted.