Erythema multiforme after contact dermatitis in response to an epoxy sealant.
A case of erythema multiforme associated with an allergic contact dermatitis in response to an epoxy-based compound is presented. Patch tests revealed a positive reaction to both the epoxy resin and the hardener. Chemicals applied directly to the skin should be considered as a potential cause of erythema multiforme.
Whitfeld
M J
MJ
Department of Dermatology, University of Sydney, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Camperdown, New South Wales, Australia.
Rivers
J K
JK
D001132:Arm; D003514:Cyclohexylamines / Q000009:adverse effects; D003877:Dermatitis, Contact / Q000209:etiology*; D004853:Epoxy Resins / Q000009:adverse effects*; D004892:Erythema Multiforme / Q000139:chemically induced* / Q000473:pathology; D005260:Female; D006229:Hand Dermatoses / Q000139:chemically induced / Q000473:pathology; D006801:Humans; D008875:Middle Aged
D003514:Cyclohexylamines; D004853:Epoxy Resins; C052964:isophorone diamine