Fragrance sensitivity in coal miners.
In a prospective study, we have examined the incidence of fragrance sensitivity in Nottinghamshire coal miners. Our results confirm previous reports of an increased incidence of such sensitivity in miners (45%) when compared with both male (20%) and female (13%) non-miners. This increased incidence is not related to an increased use of perfumed cosmetics, but may be related to the use of a highly perfumed body lotion in subjects who already have a high incidence of irritant hand eczema. There was no significant increase in the rate of positive reactions to other applied allergens.
Goodfield
M J
MJ
Department of Dermatology, University Hospital, Nottingham, UK.
Saihan
E M
EM
D003032:Coal Mining; D003877:Dermatitis, Contact / Q000209:etiology*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D010476:Perfume / Q000009:adverse effects*; D011446:Prospective Studies; D012915:Soaps / Q000009:adverse effects
D010476:Perfume; D012915:Soaps