Abstract | BACKGROUND: OBJECTIVE: We describe the rare case of a photographer who presented with a 4-year history of recurrent ACD following exposure to photochemicals. History taking revealed that 10 years before presentation, he had received a temporary henna tattoo. METHODS: RESULTS: Patch testing results revealed strong positive reactions to 4-methylaminophenol sulfate and PPD. CONCLUSION: This is the first report to our knowledge of ACD from a photo developer occurring as a consequence of previous sensitization to PPD from a temporary henna tattoo. Due to the potential for long-term sequelae, an awareness of the risks associated with henna tattoos is warranted.
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Authors | Tiffany Chen, Melanie D Pratt |
Journal | Journal of cutaneous medicine and surgery
(J Cutan Med Surg)
2015 Jan-Feb
Vol. 19
Issue 1
Pg. 73-6
ISSN: 1203-4754 [Print] United States |
PMID | 25775668
(Publication Type: Case Reports, Journal Article)
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Copyright | © 2014 Canadian Dermatology Association. |
Chemical References |
- Aminophenols
- Coloring Agents
- Naphthoquinones
- Phenylenediamines
- N-methyl-4-aminophenol
- lawsone
- 4-phenylenediamine
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Topics |
- Adult
- Aminophenols
(adverse effects)
- Coloring Agents
(adverse effects)
- Dermatitis, Allergic Contact
(diagnosis, etiology, immunology, pathology)
- Humans
- Male
- Naphthoquinones
(adverse effects)
- Occupational Diseases
(chemically induced, diagnosis, immunology, pathology)
- Occupational Exposure
(adverse effects)
- Phenylenediamines
(adverse effects)
- Tattooing
(adverse effects)
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