Contact Dermatitis
From the Journals
Face mask–related injuries rose dramatically in 2020
Rashes, allergic reactions, and accidents among the general population were another consequence of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Contact Dermatitis
Update on Contact Dermatitis and Patch Testing in Patients With Skin of Color
Allergic contact dermatitis (ACD) is a common dermatologic condition that presents with unique features in patients with skin of color (SOC).
Case Letter
Wiping Away Cellulitis: A Case of Factitious Disorder
Although dermoscopy is not used to diagnose cellulitis, it could be helpful in distinguishing cosmetic products used in dermatitis artefacta.
Contact Dermatitis
Acetophenone Azine: The 2021 American Contact Dermatitis Society Allergen of the Year
Acetophenone azine is an emerging allergen identified in ethyl-vinyl acetate foam used in shin guards, shoe soles, and flip-flops.
Case Letter
Home Treatment of Presumed Melanocytic Nevus With Frankincense
Many patients seek natural methods of home mole removal online, including topical application of essential oils such as frankincense.
Case Letter
Erythema Multiforme–like Dermatitis Due to Isoniazid Hypersensitivity in a Patient With Psoriasis
Hypersensitivity skin reactions to antituberculosis (TB) drugs are on the rise due to the increasing use of anti–tumor necrosis factor α....
Environmental Dermatology
Botanical Briefs: Phytophotodermatitis Is an Occupational and Recreational Dermatosis in the Limelight
Phytophotodermatitis (PPD) is a toxic reaction resulting from contact with a photosensitizing botanical chemical followed by exposure to solar or...
Case Reports
Erethism Mercurialis and Reactions to Elemental Mercury
Mercury is toxic to the central and peripheral nervous systems, resulting in erethism mercurialis, a constellation of neuropsychologic signs and...
Conference Coverage
Contact dermatitis content varies among social media sites
The hashtag #contactdermatitis is the most used overall, but #AllergicContactDermatitis is more popular among physicians.
Conference Coverage
Check all components in cases of suspected shoe allergy
Approximately 30% of patch tested patients with shoe allergies reacted to supplemental allergens.
Conference Coverage
Contact allergen of the year found in foam in shin guards, footwear
The compound is likely not added intentionally, but is thought to result from reactions between additives during the manufacturing process.