Ascorbic acid in the prevention of chromium dermatitis.
A worker with strong chromium sensitivity was obliged to handle freshly printed paper with inks containing chromium. Because of his importance to the firm, he continued in the position despite a severe hand dermatitis. Gloves and barrier creams were unacceptable, as were oral antihistamines and corticosteroids. A solution of 10% ascorbic acid was applied to his hands at the worksite in order to reduce the active hexavalent chromium to the inactive trivalent form. This inexpensive, easy-to-use method resulted in a speedy recovery and long-term employment of a valued employee.
D000328:Adult; D001205:Ascorbic Acid / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D002857:Chromium / Q000009:adverse effects*; D009783:Dermatitis, Occupational / Q000517:prevention & control*; D006801:Humans; D007281:Ink; D008297:Male; D010209:Paper
D002857:Chromium; D001205:Ascorbic Acid