title: Protein-contact eczematous reaction to cornstarch in clothing.
abstract: Protein contact dermatitis is an eczematous reaction to antigens often associated with immediate hypersensitivity. A patient with a history of atopic eczema and multiple immediate sensitivities was seen for a persistent dermatitis of the face, hands, and clothing areas of the trunk and arms. Investigation showed a positive prick test to cornstarch, and avoidance of glove powder and starch in her clothing cleared what had been a recalcitrant problem.
authors.forename: J D
authors.initials: JD
authors.lastname: Guin
authors.forename: A
authors.initials: A
authors.lastname: Styles
mesh_terms: D003020:Clothing; D003877:Dermatitis, Contact / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007846:Laundering; D008875:Middle Aged; D010940:Plant Proteins / Q000009:adverse effects*; D013213:Starch / Q000009:adverse effects*
chemical_list: D010940:Plant Proteins; D013213:Starch