Sensitivity to topically applied vitamin E.
A search of the literature has not revealed any reports of allergic eczematous contact dermatitis due to the topical application of vitamin E. A case of contact allergy to synthetically produced alpha-tocopherol is herein reported. It is felt that this is a rare event in view of the fact that this vitamin is widely used topically in this country and abroad.
Brodkin
R H
RH
Newark Beth Israel Hospital, USA.
Bleiberg
J
J
D000287:Administration, Topical; D000293:Adolescent; D003877:Dermatitis, Contact / Q000209:etiology*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D024502:alpha-Tocopherol / Q000008:administration & dosage / Q000009:adverse effects*
D024502:alpha-Tocopherol