Allergic contact dermatitis to adhesive tape and contrived disease.
A case of allergic contact dermatitis, caused by colophony in an orthopaedic tape, is presented. This failed to heal, despite removal of the allergen. Only after a period of observation in hospital and, finally, gentle confrontation with the patient, did it become clear that the perpetuation of the dermatitis was an example of contrived disease.
Dwyer
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Skin and Cancer Foundation Australia, Darlinghurst, New South Wales, Australia.
Freeman
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D000328:Adult; D001458:Bandages / Q000009:adverse effects*; D017449:Dermatitis, Allergic Contact / Q000209:etiology* / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000523:psychology*; D003937:Diagnosis, Differential; D005260:Female; D005500:Follow-Up Studies; D006801:Humans; D007718:Knee Injuries / Q000628:therapy; D008306:Malingering; D010328:Patch Tests; D012008:Recurrence; D012652:Self Mutilation / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000523:psychology*; D014945:Wound Healing