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M Berg1, S Lidén, B Arnetz

  • 1Hudkliniken, Karolinska sjukhuset, Stockholm.

Nordisk Medicin
|January 1, 1993
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Swedish employees often blame visual display units (VDUs) for skin issues. However, research indicates VDU exposure is not linked to these skin problems, suggesting stress may be a factor.

Area of Science:

  • Occupational Health
  • Dermatology
  • Epidemiology

Context:

  • Since 1985, Swedish employees have reported skin problems attributed to working with visual display units (VDUs).
  • This perception contrasts with scientific findings and international observations.
  • Investigating the epidemiological prevalence and causality of VDU-related skin symptoms.

Purpose:

  • To evaluate the scientific evidence linking visual display unit (VDU) use to skin problems in employees.
  • To compare the prevalence of skin conditions in VDU users versus non-users.
  • To explore alternative explanations for reported symptoms, such as work-related stress.

Summary:

  • Studies show comparable prevalence of skin signs and diseases in VDU users and controls.

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  • Provocation studies have not established a link between electromagnetic fields from VDUs and symptom occurrence.
  • Symptoms may be associated with work-related stress, and similar skin issues abroad are attributed to different causes.

    • Impact:

    • Challenges the direct causal link between VDU use and widespread occupational skin problems.
    • Highlights the potential role of psychosocial factors like work-related stress in employee health.
    • Informs occupational health policies and employee education regarding VDU use and skin health.