Hand Dermatitis in the Time of COVID-19: A Review of Occupational Irritant Contact Dermatitis

Kersh, Anna E.; Johansen, Maija; Ojeaga, Ashley; Feld, Salma de la

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“…The noticed commonness of OCD among healthcare experts (25.3%) highlights the significant effect of working circumstances in the COVID-19 disconnection ward on skin health. This finding is consistent with past examinations that have recognized healthcare workers as a weak gathering for creating occupational skin problems because of their errands and their work climate (Kersh et al, 2021). The pervasiveness of occupational contact dermatitis (ICD) and allergic contact dermatitis (ACD) highlights the diverse ideas of skin responses in light of different aggravations and allergens.…”

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The Risk of Occupational Contact Dermatitis in Covid-19 Isolation Ward Setting

MUSHTAQ,

JAMIL,

AWAN

et al. 2023

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Occupational contact dermatitis (OCD) is a prevalent skin condition affecting healthcare workers, particularly those in high-risk environments such as COVID-19 isolation wards. This study aims to summarize the findings of a study conducted on patients to explore the risk factors associated with OCD development among healthcare professionals in COVID-19 isolation ward settings. This prospective observational study aimed to assess the risk of occupational contact dermatitis (OCD) among healthcare professionals working in the COVID-19 isolation ward setting. The study was conducted at Chaudhary Mohammad Akram Hospital for six months, from November 2021 to April 2022. Data was collected from 150 participants of both genders. The participants ranged from 22 to 55 years, with a mean age of 32.5 ± 6.8 years. The study population consisted of 55% females and 45% males. The occupation distribution included doctors (40%), nurses (50%), and support staff (10%). Clinical evaluations revealed that 38 healthcare professionals (25.3%) exhibited signs consistent with occupational contact dermatitis. Among them, 18 participants (47.4%) were diagnosed with irritant contact dermatitis (ICD), while 20 participants (52.6%) showed signs indicative of allergic contact dermatitis (ACD). It is concluded that this study highlights the significant prevalence of occupational contact dermatitis among healthcare professionals in COVID-19 isolation wards. Prolonged PPE usage and frequent hand hygiene practices contribute to skin irritation.

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The Risk of Occupational Contact Dermatitis in Covid-19 Isolation Ward Setting

MUSHTAQ,

JAMIL,

AWAN

et al. 2023

Biol Clin Sci Res J

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“…With intensified sanitation practices during the COVID pandemic, there have been increased reports of ICD, particularly occupational irritant hand eczema from frequent hand washing/sanitizing 5 . This case series demonstrates that sanitation practices at home and at school may cause a unique pattern of ICD of the forearms.…”

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“Desktop Dermatitis”: A Case Series of 7 Patients with Forearm Contact Dermatitis from Frequent Surface Cleaning

Hamann

Duprat²,

Dagrosa³

et al. 2021

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milii-related ICD has not been described before, it may induce keratoconjunctivitis causing burning pain, photophobia, lacrimation, and even decreased visual acuity. 4 Although one study testing sap or herb extracts from 60 different species in the Euphorbia genus on mice ears for the irritant effects concluded that 7 species including E. milii failed to produce irritation, the phorbol esters (one of the contents in croton oil), milliamines, euphorbol, and euphorbin in the sap were actually irritants to human skin. 1,5 Weber et al 3 suggested that Euphorbia sap-induced dermatitis is the result of a complex of cytopathogenic and proinflammatory effects. The direct pH-induced cytotoxicity of phorbol esters may induce corrosive effect leading to keratinocytes necrosis, whereas ingenol mebutate may cause recruitment of immune cells and augment the irritant reaction. 3 This report highlights the first case of ICD caused by E. milii with an atypical presentation as purpuric patches and provides an explanation of possible underlying pathophysiologic mechanisms. ZEBRAThe sap of E. milii is a potential source of ICD, and protective measures are necessary during handling these ornamental plants. ACKNOWLEDGMENTThe patient in this article has given written informed consent to publication of case details.

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“…4 With intensified sanitation practices during the COVID pandemic, there have been increased reports of ICD, particularly occupational irritant hand eczema from frequent hand washing/ sanitizing. 5 This case series demonstrates that sanitation practices at home and at school may cause a unique pattern of ICD of the forearms.…”

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Contact Dermatitis Due to Boxing Gloves

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which primarily children develop an ICD on the posterior thighs after contact with frequently disinfected toilet seats. Likewise, quaternary ammonium compounds have also been implicated as a causative irritant in these cases. 4 With intensified sanitation practices during the COVID pandemic, there have been increased reports of ICD, particularly occupational irritant hand eczema from frequent hand washing/ sanitizing. 5 This case series demonstrates that sanitation practices at home and at school may cause a unique pattern of ICD of the forearms. PEARLConsider desktop dermatitis, and query cleaning practices in cases of dermatitis localized to the extensor forearms, particularly in children or those with atopic dermatitis.

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Hand Dermatitis in the Time of COVID-19: A Review of Occupational Irritant Contact Dermatitis

Cited by 7 publications

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The Risk of Occupational Contact Dermatitis in Covid-19 Isolation Ward Setting

The Risk of Occupational Contact Dermatitis in Covid-19 Isolation Ward Setting

“Desktop Dermatitis”: A Case Series of 7 Patients with Forearm Contact Dermatitis from Frequent Surface Cleaning

Contact Dermatitis Due to Boxing Gloves

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