Skin stripping technique: A diagnostic clue for fiberglass dermatitis

Company-Quiroga, Jaime; Alique-García, Sergio; Esteban-Garrido, Eduardo; Rojas-Farias, Freddy E.; Garrido-Ríos, Anastasia Alejandra; Córdoba, Susana; Borbujo, J.

doi:10.1016/j.jaad.2018.08.023

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“…20 When history suggests exposure to fiberglass, a skin-stripping test with polarized light microscopy can confirm diagnosis. 2,5,25 After repeatedly stripping with adhesive tape, the sample is directly observed under the microscope. 20 Dissolving the sample with 10% potassium hydroxide solution can aid in the visualization of fiberglass fibers.…”

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“…Diagnosing fiberglass dermatitis may be difficult because symptoms vary depending on environmental factors, type of contact, and the degree of skin penetrance by fragments . When history suggests exposure to fiberglass, a skin‐stripping test with polarized light microscopy can confirm diagnosis . After repeatedly stripping with adhesive tape, the sample is directly observed under the microscope .…”

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Fiberglass dermatitis: clinical presentations, prevention, and treatment – a review of literatures

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Fiberglass dermatitis is a common form of occupational irritant contact dermatitis. Individuals experience a negative reaction to fiberglass fragments because of mechanical irritation. This review comprehensively analyzes the information in the existing literature on fiberglass dermatitis. Recognizing the different environmental risks factors for acquiring fiberglass dermatitis is necessary for better diagnosis and prevention. In addition to the identification of high‐risk populations exposed to fiberglass particles, the common clinical presentation and preventive measures that can reduce the risk of acquiring fiberglass dermatitis are thoroughly discussed.

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Fiberglass dermatitis: clinical presentations, prevention, and treatment – a review of literatures

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“…To the Editor: We read with interest the article entitled ''Skin stripping technique: A diagnostic clue for fiberglass dermatitis'' by Company-Quiroga et al 1 However, if skin stripping may serve as a ''clue'' to the diagnosis of fiberglass dermatitis, reflectance confocal microscopy (RCM) may be the Sherlock Holmes of confirmation. This was the only technique that allowed us to diagnose fiberglass dermatitis in a patient who had no evidence of fiberglass fragments or granulomas found on skin biopsy specimens and who had negative results with adhesive tape tests.…”

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