Acrylates induced rhinitis and contact dermatitis.
Acrylates are a well-known cause of occupational contact dermatitis due to its widespread use in several settings such as dentistry, orthopaedic surgery, graphic industry and cosmetics. We describe the case of a manicurist who developed occupational rhinitis and allergic contact dermatitis induced by the application of acrylic-sculptured nails.
Torres
M C
MC
Allergy Department, Universitary Hospital La Fe, Valencia, Spain. mtorres_gorriz@hotmail.com
Linares
T
T
Hernandez
M D
MD
D000179:Acrylates / Q000633:toxicity*; D000328:Adult; D017449:Dermatitis, Allergic Contact / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000532:radiotherapy*; D009783:Dermatitis, Occupational / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D010328:Patch Tests; D012220:Rhinitis / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology*
D000179:Acrylates