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[Contact allergy caused by triethanolamine].

B Scheuer

    Der Hautarzt; Zeitschrift Fur Dermatologie, Venerologie, Und Verwandte Gebiete
    |March 1, 1983
    PubMed
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    Triethanolamine, a common chemical agent, can cause allergic contact dermatitis in some individuals. Patients using topical medications for venous insufficiency or injuries were more likely to develop this allergy.

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    Area of Science:

    • Dermatology
    • Toxicology
    • Chemical Industry

    Context:

    • Triethanolamine is widely used in industry as an emulsifier, stabilizer, and saponifying agent.
    • Allergic eczematous contact dermatitis is a significant concern in occupational and consumer product exposure.
    • Identifying causative agents and risk factors for contact dermatitis is crucial for public health.

    Purpose:

    • To investigate the prevalence and potential causes of allergic eczematous contact dermatitis to triethanolamine.
    • To assess the sensitization rate of triethanolamine in patients with suspected allergic contact dermatitis.
    • To identify patient subgroups at higher risk for triethanolamine sensitization.

    Summary:

    • Patch testing was conducted on 1,357 patients with suspected allergic eczematous contact dermatitis using triethanolamine.

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  • A positive reaction to triethanolamine was observed in 41 patients (3.02%).
  • A significant proportion of sensitized patients (29/41) had a history of venous insufficiency or sports injuries and had used topical antiphlogistic medications, suggesting prior sensitization through these products.

    • Impact:

    • Highlights triethanolamine as a potential contact allergen.
    • Identifies topical antiphlogistic medications as a likely source of sensitization in specific patient groups.
    • Informs clinical practice regarding patch testing and differential diagnosis of contact dermatitis.