Contact Allergy Screening for Atopic Dermatitis - 13/09/24
Résumé |
Atopic dermatitis (AD) and allergic contact dermatitis (ACD) are common inflammatory skin diseases in both children and adults that present similarly and often coexist. Patch testing is the gold standard for establishing the diagnosis of ACD and can often help distinct between the 2 conditions. Patch testing is more challenging in patients with underlying AD due to potential for angry back reactions. In this review, we discuss the current evidence and guidelines regarding the screening for contact allergies in patients with AD. We also discuss the most frequent relevant allergens in adults and children with atopic dermatitis.
Le texte complet de cet article est disponible en PDF.Keywords : Atopic dermatitis, Contact allergy, Allergic contact dermatitis, Patch testing
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Vol 42 - N° 4
P. 601-609 - octobre 2024 Retour au numéroBienvenue sur EM-consulte, la référence des professionnels de santé.
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