Multifocal contact dermatitis to nitroderm TTS 5 with extensive postinflammatory hypermelanosis.
Allergic contact dermatitis to nitroglycerin has been previously reported. A localized cutaneous burn-like reaction due to the transdermal device was recently described. We are presenting a case of recurrent allergic contact dermatitis due to nitroglycerin as well as to its delivery device, resulting in numerous patches of postinflammatory hypermelanosis at the sites of application.
D000279:Administration, Cutaneous; D000787:Angina Pectoris / Q000188:drug therapy*; D003875:Drug Eruptions / Q000209:etiology*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008548:Melanosis / Q000139:chemically induced*; D008875:Middle Aged; D005996:Nitroglycerin / Q000008:administration & dosage / Q000009:adverse effects*; D010328:Patch Tests
D005996:Nitroglycerin