Occupational dermatitis

Pacheco, Karin

doi:10.1016/j.anai.2018.04.013

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“…OSD is observed in workers exposed to a variety of different workplace hazards, from metal working fluids to other chemicals, that can cause irritation or allergic dermatitis 23. In this study, we confirmed that handling or skin contact with chemical products was a significant risk factor (OR: 2.326).…”

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“…Occupational skin diseases (OSDs) result from or become aggravated by working environments or skin contact with substances used at work 1. Although OSDs can manifest in various forms, such as contact dermatitis, actinic keratosis, neoplasm, dermatophytosis, acne, and foreign body granulomas,12 allergic or irritant contact dermatitis accounts for 70–95% of all OSDs. Therefore, OSDs are also referred to as occupational dermatitis.…”

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Prevalence and Risk Factors of Occupational Skin Disease in Korean Workers from the 2014 Korean Working Conditions Survey

2020

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Purpose: Occupational skin disease (OSD) is a commonly known occupational disease. However, epidemiological data about this condition in Korea are limited. We aimed to estimate the prevalence and risk factors of OSD using nationally representative data. Materials and Methods: We used data from the large-scale, cross-sectional, nationwide 4th Korean Working Conditions Survey conducted in 2014. OSD was defined as skin diseases caused or aggravated by working environments as indicated in a self-reported questionnaire. Factors affecting the occurrences of OSD were investigated using logistic regression analysis. Results: The prevalence rates of OSD were 1.35% in all workers and 62.2% in workers with skin diseases. The workers with OSD were older, had lower educational levels, and had longer working times per week than those without OSD (p<0.001). Furthermore, OSDs occurred more frequently in self-employed workers (p=0.002), those with small-sized businesses (p=0.008), those with longer working durations (p<0.001), and manual and service workers (p<0.001). Although the workers with OSD had greater exposure to various hazardous factors, logistic multivariate analysis showed that high temperatures and skin contact with chemical products were significantly correlated (odds ratios: 2.096 and 2.326, respectively). High prevalence rates of OSD were observed in membership organizations/repair/other personal services (3.2%), agriculture/forestry/fishing (2.7%), manufacturing (2.0%), and construction (1.6%) industries. Additionally, depression/anxiety problems were significantly more prevalent in workers with OSD than in those without (p<0.001). Conclusion: This is the first study to present large-scale epidemiological data on OSD prevalence in Korean workers. Our results highlight modifiable factors contributing to the development of OSDs.

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Prevalence and Risk Factors of Occupational Skin Disease in Korean Workers from the 2014 Korean Working Conditions Survey

2020

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“…140 Allergic and irritant contact dermatitis have been documented in approximately 31% of healthcare workers because of glove elements like thiuram mix, carba mix, and mercaptobenzothiazole, of which thiurams have been reported as the most common agent causing allergic contact dermatitis. 141,142 Repetitive use of gloves have a cumulative effect on the impairment of barrier function because of increased transepidermal water loss. 143 Powder-free, low powder, latex-free, or accelerator free gloves provide alternatives to reduce the incidence of occupational hand dermatitis among frontline workers during the COVID-19 pandemic.…”

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“…Overhydration of the stratum corneum leading to maceration and erosion characterized by whitening, softening, and wrinkling of the skin of the hands have been described 140 . Allergic and irritant contact dermatitis have been documented in approximately 31% of healthcare workers because of glove elements like thiuram mix, carba mix, and mercaptobenzothiazole, of which thiurams have been reported as the most common agent causing allergic contact dermatitis 141,142 . Repetitive use of gloves have a cumulative effect on the impairment of barrier function because of increased transepidermal water loss 143 .…”

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COVID‐19: An overview for dermatologists

Sanghvi

2020

Int J Dermatology

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Numerous unexplained pneumonia cases were reported to the World Health Organization (WHO) by Wuhan, China, in December 2020. Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirusÀ2 (SARS-CoV-2), a zoonotic pathogen, came into sight, spreading coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) all over the globe. Association of cutaneous signs and symptoms with COVID-19 is being studied worldwide, principally, to determine if these dermatoses can help in early recognition of SARS-CoV-2 infection. These dermatological manifestations can range from erythematous rash, urticaria to livedo reticularis, and acrocyanosis in patients of all age groups. Correspondingly, dermatologists treating COVID-19 patients, suffering from inflammatory dermatoses, with biologics or immunomodulators should exert caution and use specific protocols to adjust the doses of these medications. Prevention of person-to-person transmission of COVID-19 is being promoted universally, with the use of personal protective equipment (PPE), hand washes, and hand sanitizers around the clock. However, an array of cutaneous adverse effects such as contact dermatitis, irritant contact dermatitis, friction blisters, contact urticaria, acne, and infections are associated with the use of PPE. Extra-pulmonary manifestations of COVID-19 are still emerging in the community, and physicians and researchers are working together globally to strengthen the clinical management of these patients. Cases of COVID-19 continue to rise across the world, and an unprecedented approach has been taken to develop effective vaccines and therapeutic strategies against existing and forthcoming mutagenic strains of SARS-CoV-2.

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“… 2 This is especially notable in occupations such as healthcare workers (HCWs) who already have an increased risk of irritant contact dermatitis (ICD). 2 , 3 , 4 Also, individuals who have existing skin barrier dysfunction, such as atopic dermatitis (AD), may have magnified symptoms from increased hand hygiene.…”

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