Chromate allergy from 'antifreeze-antiboil'.
A diesel mechanic developed hand dermatitis after more than 3 years in the trade. Patch testing showed positive reactions to chromate and cobalt. Potassium dichromate is added to antifreeze-antiboil as a corrosion inhibitor.
D000328:Adult; D002424:Caustics / Q000009:adverse effects*; D009783:Dermatitis, Occupational / Q000175:diagnosis*; D006229:Hand Dermatoses / Q000139:chemically induced* / Q000175:diagnosis; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D010328:Patch Tests; D011192:Potassium Dichromate / Q000009:adverse effects*
D002424:Caustics; D011192:Potassium Dichromate