title: A diagnostic pearl in allergic contact dermatitis to fragrances: the atomizer sign.
abstract: Allergic contact dermatitis (ACD) reactions to fragrances may present in a variety of ways because of exposure to these allergens from a wide range of sources. We describe a diagnostic pearl for this common ACD, primarily seen overlying the prominentia laryngea (Adam's apple) both in women and girls, which we have called the atomizer sign.
authors.affiliation: University of California, San Diego, Rady Children's Hospital, 8010 Frost St, Suite 602, San Diego, CA 92123, USA.
authors.forename: Sharon E
authors.initials: SE
authors.lastname: Jacob
authors.forename: Mari Paz
authors.initials: MP
authors.lastname: Castanedo-Tardan
authors.forename: Mari Paz
authors.initials: MP
authors.lastname: Castanedo-Tarden
mesh_terms: D002675:Child, Preschool; D017449:Dermatitis, Allergic Contact / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000209:etiology; D004485:Eczema / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008875:Middle Aged; D009333:Neck; D010328:Patch Tests / Q000379:methods*; D010476:Perfume / Q000009:adverse effects*
chemical_list: D010476:Perfume