title: Methylisothiazolinone: a case of perianal dermatitis caused by wet wipes and review of an emerging pediatric allergen.
abstract: Methylisothiazolinone (MI) is a preservative found in cosmetic, personal hygiene, and industrial products. It has been characterized as a moderate to strong sensitizer and is an emerging allergen in the pediatric population. We discuss a case of perianal dermatitis in a child caused by contact allergy to MI-containing wet wipes.
authors.affiliation: Division of Dermatology, University of California San Diego, Rady Children's Hospital, San Diego, California.
authors.forename: Shehla
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Admani
authors.forename: Catalina
authors.initials: C
authors.lastname: Matiz
authors.forename: Sharon E
authors.initials: SE
authors.lastname: Jacob
mesh_terms: D000485:Allergens / Q000276:immunology; D001003:Anal Canal; D002648:Child; D017449:Dermatitis, Allergic Contact / Q000276:immunology*; D004202:Disinfectants / Q000009:adverse effects* / Q000276:immunology; D006795:Household Products / Q000009:adverse effects*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D010502:Perineum; D013844:Thiazoles / Q000009:adverse effects* / Q000276:immunology
chemical_list: D000485:Allergens; D004202:Disinfectants; D013844:Thiazoles; C011506:2-methyl-4-isothiazolin-3-one