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Allergic Contact Dermatitis to Acrylates: A Case Report

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: (Meth)acrylates are a common cause of allergic contact dermatitis (ACD) that can be found in medical (such as pads) and aesthetic (specifically nail cosmetics) products. Prolonged and intimate contact with sanitary pads can predispose individuals to ACD triggered by a variety of allergens. This report presents the case of a young female patient with episodes of nail contact dermatitis followed by a protracted history of intensely symptomatic allergic contact dermatitis affecting the external genital area, precipitated by methacrylates present in menstrual pads.

Source: Cureus

DOI: 10.7759/cureus.66944

Authors: Ovidiu Berghi, Ana Carbunaru, Liliana G Popa

Institutions: Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Spitalul Clinic Colentina

Language: English

Topic: Contact Dermatitis and Allergies

Subfield: Dermatology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4401611207