Allergic contact dermatitis to hydrolyzed wheat protein in a cosmetic cream.
Hydrolyzed wheat protein is used as an additive in several cosmetic products. We present a case of contact allergy to hydrolyzed wheat protein found in a cosmetic cream and highlight this additive is a potential allergen.
Hann
Samantha
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Department of Occupational Dermatology, Royal Gwent Hospital, Newport, Wales, UK. samantha999hann@hotmail.com
Hughes
Meirion
M
Stone
Natalie
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D000279:Administration, Cutaneous; D000328:Adult; D000485:Allergens / Q000008:administration & dosage / Q000009:adverse effects*; D003358:Cosmetics / Q000009:adverse effects; D017449:Dermatitis, Allergic Contact / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000209:etiology / Q000473:pathology; D003937:Diagnosis, Differential; D005148:Facial Dermatoses / Q000139:chemically induced / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000473:pathology; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D010328:Patch Tests; D010940:Plant Proteins / Q000008:administration & dosage / Q000009:adverse effects*; D014908:Triticum / Q000009:adverse effects*
D000485:Allergens; D003358:Cosmetics; D010940:Plant Proteins