title: Eyeglass allergic contact dermatitis.
abstract: Allergic contact dermatitis is a common problem. The distribution of the eruption with which a patient presents is the key to identifying the offending agent. The ability to quickly recognize characteristic presentations of common allergens is valuable. We present a case of red plaques on the face. The distribution of these plaques pointed clearly to eyeglasses as the cause. Eyeglass frames are manufactured from various materials that have the potential to act as allergens.
authors.affiliation: Department of Dermatology, Center for Dermatology Research, Wake Forest University School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, North Carolina, USA.
authors.forename: Kimberly
authors.initials: K
authors.lastname: Scott
authors.forename: Michelle M
authors.initials: MM
authors.lastname: Levender
authors.forename: Steven R
authors.initials: SR
authors.lastname: Feldman
mesh_terms: D017449:Dermatitis, Allergic Contact / Q000209:etiology*; D005139:Eyeglasses / Q000009:adverse effects*; D005148:Facial Dermatoses / Q000209:etiology*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008875:Middle Aged