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Tammaro A, Chello C, Di Fraia M, Giordano D, Magri F, Zollo V, Parisella FR, De Marco G. Iron-deficiency and pruritus: a possible explanation of their relationship. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2018. [DOI: 10.18203/issn.2455-4529.intjresdermatol20184470] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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<p class="abstract">Pruritus of unknown origin is defined as itching lasting for more than 3 weeks without a clear identifiable cause. Aetiology of itching is wide ranging and includes chronic renal failure, cholestasis and internal malignancy. Iron deficiency has been described to be causative of pruritus but the mechanism underlying this association remains unclear. We report the case of a female patient with iron deficiency anemia and generalized pruritus, resolved after intravenous administration of iron-complex supplements and we explained a possible mechanism between this association.</p>
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Tammaro A, Florquin S, Brok M, Claessen N, Butter LM, Teske GJD, de Boer OJ, Vogl T, Leemans JC, Dessing MC. S100A8/A9 promotes parenchymal damage and renal fibrosis in obstructive nephropathy. Clin Exp Immunol 2018; 193:361-375. [PMID: 29746703 PMCID: PMC6150262 DOI: 10.1111/cei.13154] [Citation(s) in RCA: 39] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 04/26/2018] [Indexed: 12/11/2022] Open
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Despite advances in our understanding of the mechanisms underlying the progression of chronic kidney disease and the development of fibrosis, only limited efficacious therapies exist. The calcium binding protein S100A8/A9 is a damage-associated molecular pattern which can activate Toll-like receptor (TLR)-4 or receptor for advanced glycation end-products (RAGE). Activation of these receptors is involved in the progression of renal fibrosis; however, the role of S100A8/A9 herein remains unknown. Therefore, we analysed S100A8/A9 expression in patients and mice with obstructive nephropathy and subjected wild-type and S100A9 knock-out mice lacking the heterodimer S100A8/A9 to unilateral ureteral obstruction (UUO). We found profound S100A8/A9 expression in granulocytes that infiltrated human and murine kidney, together with enhanced renal expression over time, following UUO. S100A9 KO mice were protected from UUO-induced renal fibrosis, independently of leucocyte infiltration and inflammation. Loss of S100A8/A9 protected tubular epithelial cells from UUO-induced apoptosis and critical epithelial-mesenchymal transition steps. In-vitro studies revealed S100A8/A9 as a novel mediator of epithelial cell injury through loss of cell polarity, cell cycle arrest and subsequent cell death. In conclusion, we demonstrate that S100A8/A9 mediates renal damage and fibrosis, presumably through loss of tubular epithelial cell contacts and irreversible damage. Suppression of S100A8/A9 could be a therapeutic strategy to halt renal fibrosis in patients with chronic kidney disease.
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Persechino S, Pigliacelli F, Persechino F, De Marco G, Tammaro A. Melanoma and hemangioma: an atypical presentation. Ital J Dermatol Venerol 2018; 153:593-595. [PMID: 29767493 DOI: 10.23736/s0392-0488.17.05729-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
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Tammaro A, Raffa S, Petrigliano N, Zollo V, Gelormini E, Moliterni E, Magri F, Parisella F, Persechino S. Marked pseudoepitheliomatous hyperplasia secondary to a red-pigmented tattoo: a case report. J Eur Acad Dermatol Venereol 2018; 32:e272-e273. [DOI: 10.1111/jdv.14806] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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Tammaro A, Palumbo A, Bommarito C, Pepe G, Romano I, Parisella FR, Persechino S, Bartolazzi A. Case report: skin injury after contact with a red spine starfish, Protoreaster lincki. Contact Dermatitis 2017; 78:95-96. [PMID: 29265447 DOI: 10.1111/cod.12865] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/02/2017] [Revised: 06/21/2017] [Accepted: 06/22/2017] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Tammaro A, Magri F, Moliterni E, Parisella FR, Mondello M, Persechino S. An uncommon localization of black heels in a free climbing instructor. Int Wound J 2017; 15:313-315. [PMID: 29250899 DOI: 10.1111/iwj.12865] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/26/2017] [Accepted: 10/30/2017] [Indexed: 11/27/2022] Open
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Black heels, also known as talon noir or calcaneal petechiae, are asymptomatic superficial cutaneous haemorrhages of the feet, mostly seen as post-traumatic lesions in young athletic individuals who practice sports such as tennis, football, or gymnastics. Here, we present a case of black heels in a young male rock climber.
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Tuchinda P, Erickson C, Tammaro A, Paterniti MO, Saini SS, Gaspari AA. Immunologic Studies of Progesterone-Induced Neutrophilic Urticaria. Skinmed 2017; 15:471-472. [PMID: 29282190] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/07/2023]
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A 33-year-old woman presented with recurring pruritic, erythematous papules around the mouth and on the hands, of 1.5 years' duration. These flares typically began several days before her menstrual cycle and persisted for approximately 1 week. Physical examination revealed urticarial plaques on the neck. Due to the nature of the eruption, which corresponded with her menstrual cycle, a diagnosis of autoimmune progesterone urticaria was considered and workup pursued.
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Tammaro A, Romano I, Persechino F, Parisella F, Trimarchi I, Persechino S. Plasticity of immune system vs. memory therapy IST. Allergol Immunopathol (Madr) 2017; 45:482-486. [PMID: 28549766 DOI: 10.1016/j.aller.2017.01.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/10/2016] [Accepted: 01/24/2017] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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BACKGROUND Pharmacotherapy and immunotherapy are the main treatments for allergic diseases to inhalants. OBJECTIVE This study investigates whether to repeat short cycles of immunotherapy after 3 or 5 years the from interruption of the first therapeutic cycle, lasting 3-4 years, to maintain immune memory in individuals subjected to IST. METHODS AND RESULTS We have compared two groups, one of 452 patients who, after the first treatment for 3-4 years of IST, performed a cycle of four months after three and 10 years from the suspension, and a second group of 126 individuals who have performed only the IST treatment for 3-4 years. The best results were obtained in the first group. CONCLUSIONS These results are due to the immune system's plasticity, a very important concept in clinical practice.
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Tammaro A, Romano I, Parisella FR, De Marco G, Persechino F, Trimarchi I, Persechino S. Successful of subcutaneous and oral hyposensitizing therapy in 30 patients. Eur Ann Allergy Clin Immunol 2017; 49:135-137. [PMID: 28497677] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/07/2023]
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Background. Pharmacotherapy and immunotherapy are the main treatment modalities for respiratory allergy. The aim of this paper has been to evaluate the efficacy and tolerability of subcutaneous and sublingual immunotherapy in association in allergic patients, and to demonstrate that the patients who have performed a second oral vaccination cycle after 4-5 years from the first subcutaneous treatment, derive benefits that may last for years. This is due to immune system's plasticity. Methods. The study was conducted in 30 allergic patients which had previously executed a full cycle of classical subcutaneous immunotherapy, with a partial remission of symptoms. After 4-5 years, they were subjected to sublingual immunotherapy for the same allergen, improving the results obtained. Results. All the patients reported a decrease or absence of clinical symptoms, a reduction in the use of anti-allergic drugs, and lower values of PRIST and RAST after the treatment. Conclusions. The results of this clinical study confirm the improvement of results when subcutaneous and sublingual immunotherapy are associated.
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Tammaro A, De Marco G, D'Arino A, Pigliacelli F, Daniele A, Borgert I, Parisella FR, Persechino S. Aminoazobenzene in tattoo: another case of allergic contact dermatitis. Int J Dermatol 2017; 56:e79-e81. [PMID: 28205219 DOI: 10.1111/ijd.13531] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/03/2015] [Revised: 10/31/2016] [Accepted: 11/11/2016] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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Tammaro A, Giulianelli V, Romano I, DE Vito E, Parisella FR, Giubettini M, Persechino S. Successful use of radiotherapy in the treatment of extramammary Paget's disease in vulvar area. Ital J Dermatol Venerol 2017; 152:181-182. [PMID: 28166615 DOI: 10.23736/s0392-0488.16.05049-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
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Tammaro A, Narcisi A, Di Russo P, Abruzzese C, De Marco G, Persechino F, Parisella F, Persechino S. Contact Allergy to Limonene from a Home-Made Cosmetic. EUR J INFLAMM 2017. [DOI: 10.1177/1721727x1201000211] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Tammaro A, Romano I, De Marco G, Parisella F, Pigliacelli F, D'Arino A, Persechino F, Gaspari A, Persechino S. Effects of TIO NICKEL in patients with ACD and SNAS: experience on 700 patients in Italy. J Eur Acad Dermatol Venereol 2016; 31:e189-e191. [DOI: 10.1111/jdv.13916] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Tammaro A, Giulianelli V, Parisella F, Persechino S. Bilaterally mammary acanthosis nigricans as paraneoplastic manifestation of prostate adenocarcinoma. GIORN ITAL DERMAT V 2016; 151:578-579. [PMID: 27595210] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/06/2023]
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Tammaro A, Orsini D, Narcisi A, Cortesi G, Parisella FR, Giulianelli V, Abruzzese C, Persechino S. An extrafacial amelanotic lentigo maligna of the leg: a case report. Int Wound J 2016; 13:1034-5. [DOI: 10.1111/iwj.12342] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/29/2014] [Accepted: 07/06/2014] [Indexed: 11/28/2022] Open
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Tammaro A, Cortesi G, Pigliacelli F, Parisella FR, Persechino F, De Marco G, Persechino S. Heavy metal and tattoo: an allergy and legislative problem. Eur Ann Allergy Clin Immunol 2016; 48:153-155. [PMID: 27425173] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/06/2023]
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We presented an interesting clinical case of a 23 years old man presented with a 2-week history of pruritus, erythema and papules on legs, arms and trunk. These lesions developed 2 months after tattooing. It showed positive patch test reaction to Copper and Disperse Blu.
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Tammaro A, Tuchinda P, Pigliacelli F, Halvorson C, Kao G, Persechino S, Gaspari AA. A case of hypersensitivity to progesterone presenting as an eczematous eruption. Eur Ann Allergy Clin Immunol 2016; 48:97-98. [PMID: 27152606] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/05/2023]
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Hypersensitivity to progesterone is a rare condition, and it represents a hypersensitivity reaction to endogenous progesterone. Here we report a case of a woman who presented to our attention for evaluation of a rash for a few years on her posterior elbows, forearms, and right lateral lower extremity. We report this case because it describes a rare clinical entity, with an atypical clinical presentation pemphigoid-like, that is rarely described in literature.
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Tammaro A, Pigliacelli F, Fumarola A, Persechino S. Trends of thyroid function and autoimmunity to 5 years after the introduction of mandatory iodization in Italy. Eur Ann Allergy Clin Immunol 2016; 48:77-81. [PMID: 27152602] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/05/2023]
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Background. Mandatory iodine fortification of salt was introduced in Italy in 2005. The purpose of our study is to estimate the trend of thyroid diseases in Italy before and after mandatory iodization in Italy. Methods. 7976 patients (6802 females; 1174 males) were examined between 2003 and 2010. We divided the patients into categories according to their clinical diagnosis. Later, we evaluated for each patient if there was the positivity for antibodies anti TPO. Finally, we collected data about TSH values of all patients who did not use therapy for thyroid disease at the time of the examination. To evaluate the differences percentages for categorical variables, χ2-Pearson test was used; to evaluate the percentage differences of TSH values we used the Kruskal-Wallis test. Values were considered statistically significant at p < 0.05. Results. We considered diagnosis of "toxic adenoma / goiter", diagnosis of "Graves' disease" and diagnosis of "hyperthyroidism / thyrotoxicosis" before and after the introduction of mandatory iodization in Italy, to demonstrate the possible presence of iodine-induced hyperthyroidism. Diagnosis of toxic adenoma / goiter before 2005 were 3.7%, while after 2005 they were reduced to 3.1%. Diagnosis of Graves' disease before 2005 were 2.4%, and they remained unchanged after 2005. Finally, diagnosis of hyperthyroidism / thyrotoxicosis decreased from 2.5% to 2.1%. Comparing these results, there were no significant differences (P = 0.261) between the percentages of diagnosis of hyperthyroidism before and after the introduction of mandatory iodization. We considered diagnosis of Hashimoto's thyroiditis before and after 2005 to demonstrate a link between the administration of iodine and thyroid autoimmunity. Prevalence of Hashimoto's thyroiditis between 2003 and 2005 was 37%; prevalence between 2006 and 2010 dropped to 34.7%. This small difference has a borderline statistical significance (P = 0.049). Stratifying TSH values from year to year, we found a small increase in TSH value, which, in any case, remains in the normal range. TSH values passed from 1.37 in 2003, to 1.61 in 2010. Although this increase is modest, it is statistically significant (P values < 0.001). Conclusion. In this study there isn't a connection between iodine fortification and iodine-induced hyperthyroidism, and between iodine fortification and Hashimoto's thyroiditis. This small increase of TSH values can not find a clear explanation yet. We considered several mechanisms to explain this phenomenon: alterations of Na/I symporter reduce intracellular levels of iodine, and cause a state of hypothyroidism; excessive levels of iodine can increase apoptosis of thyrocytes, as it is demonstrated by several studies; interference from external agents (endocrine disruptors).
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Tammaro A, Parisella FR, Colapietra D, Romano I, Persechino S. A case of piebaldism in a two-year-old female infant. GIORN ITAL DERMAT V 2016; 151:208-209. [PMID: 27068599] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/05/2023]
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Tammaro A, Toniolo C, Giulianelli V, Serafini M, Persechino S. Chemical research on red pigments after adverse reactions to tattoo. Eur Ann Allergy Clin Immunol 2016; 48:46-48. [PMID: 26934738] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/05/2023]
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Currently, the incidence of tattooing is on the rise compared to the past, especially among adolescents, and it leads to the urgency of monitoring the security status of tattooing centers, as well as to inform people about the risks of tattoo practice. In our clinical experience, 20% of tattooed patients presented adverse reactions, like allergic contact dermatitis, psoriasis with Koebner's phenomena and granulomatous reactions, with the latter most prevalent and most often related to red pigment. Adverse reactions to tattoo pigments, especially the red one, are well known and described in literature. Great attention has to be focused on the pigments used, especially for the presence of new substances, often not well known. For this reason, we decided to perform a study on 12 samples of red tattoo ink, obtained by patients affected by different cutaneous reactions in the site of tattoo, to analyze their chemical composition.
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Tammaro A, Narcisi A, Tuchinda P, Sina B. Nephrogenic systemic fibrosis following gadolinium administration. Cutis 2015; 96:E23-E25. [PMID: 26244362] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/04/2023]
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Tammaro A, Cortesi G, Giulianelli V, Parisella FR, Persechino S. Allergic contact dermatitis in child with odontoiatric face-mask. Eur Ann Allergy Clin Immunol 2015; 47:103-104. [PMID: 25951150] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/04/2023]
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Barberi S, Manzione A, Scrivano J, Maresca B, Moioli A, Salvi PF, Stoppacciaro A, Pucci E, Punzo G, Tammaro A, Gaspari AA, Menè P. Resolution of septic shock in a patient with myelomeningocele (spina bifida) complicated with deforming Elephantiasis Nostras Verrucosa. J Eur Acad Dermatol Venereol 2015; 30:547-9. [PMID: 25623264 DOI: 10.1111/jdv.12945] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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Tammaro A, Giulianelli V, Cortesi G, Abruzzese C, Narcisi A, Parisella FR, Persechino S. Inflammatory reaction to brown pigment in a tattoo. Int Wound J 2015; 13:1045-6. [PMID: 25585884 DOI: 10.1111/iwj.12397] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/08/2014] [Accepted: 10/21/2014] [Indexed: 02/03/2023] Open
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Tammaro A, Abruzzese C, Cortesi G, Narcisi A, Costanzo A, Persechino S. Nouveaux horizons thérapeutiques pour le prurit dermatologique au-delà de la dermatite atopique : rôle de I-Modulia. Ann Dermatol Venereol 2014. [DOI: 10.1016/j.annder.2014.09.567] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Tammaro A, Narcisi A, Abruzzese C, Giulianelli V, Madjaroff R, Parisella FR, Cortesi G. Fingertip dermatitis: occupational acrylate cross reaction. Allergol Int 2014; 63:609-10. [PMID: 25056224 DOI: 10.2332/allergolint.13-le-0666] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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Shallcross L, Ritchie S, Harberts E, Tammaro A, Gaitens J, Gaspari AA. Manganese oxidation state as a cause of irritant patch test reactions. Dermatitis 2014; 25:66-71. [PMID: 24603521 DOI: 10.1097/der.0000000000000032] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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BACKGROUND Manganese chloride (MnCl2) 2.5% is included in the extended metals patch test series to evaluate patients for contact hypersensitivity to this metal salt. OBJECTIVES The objective of this study was to prospectively determine the rate of allergic and irritant patch test reactions to MnCl2 (Mn(II)), Mn2O3 (Mn(III)), and KMnO4 (Mn(VII)) in a cohort of patients undergoing patch testing. METHODS Fifty-eight patients were patch tested with MnCl2, Mn2O3, and KMnO4, each at 2.5% in petrolatum. Patch readings were taken at 48, and 72 or 96 hours, and scored using standard methods. Cultured monolayers of keratinocytes (KCs) were exposed to MnCl2, Mn2O3, and KMnO4 in aqueous culture medium, and cell survival and cytokine release were studied. CONCLUSIONS MnCl2 caused irritant patch test reactions in 41% of the cohort, whereas Mn2O3 and KMnO4 caused a significantly lower rate of irritant reactions (both 3%). No allergic morphologies were observed. Similarly, in cultured KC monolayers, only MnCl2 was cytotoxic to KC and induced tumor necrosis factor α release.The oxidation state of manganese used for patch testing affects the irritancy of this metal salt, as Mn(II) caused an unacceptably high rate of irritant reactions in a cohort of patients. In vitro studies confirmed these clinical data, as only Mn(II) was cytotoxic to cultured monolayers of KC.
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Tammaro A, Narcisi A, Abruzzese C, Cortesi G, Orsini D, Giulianelli V, Parisella FR, Tuchinda P, Persechino S. Fingertip dermatitis: a spy for psoriasis. Int Wound J 2014; 13:1032-3. [PMID: 25195775 DOI: 10.1111/iwj.12340] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/27/2014] [Accepted: 07/06/2014] [Indexed: 11/29/2022] Open
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Carlesimo M, Cortesi G, Tierno SM, Narcisi A, Abruzzese C, Orsini D, Tammaro A, Pulcini F, Mezzetti G. Black lymph node in tattoo: an easy pitfall. J Eur Acad Dermatol Venereol 2014; 30:179-80. [PMID: 25200672 DOI: 10.1111/jdv.12687] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Persechino S, Abruzzese C, Caperchi C, Persechino F, Tammaro A. Condyloma acuminata and mollusca contagiosa: a giant manifestation in a patient with lupus. Skinmed 2014; 12:310-311. [PMID: 25632652] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/04/2023]
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A 27-year-old woman with systemic lupus erythematosus since childhood and treated with immunosuppressive therapy for many years was referred to our clinic for the presence of widespread condylomatosis and mollusca contagiosum localized in the genital area. These lesions appeared 4 years before and had been treated with both surgery and topical immunomodulation therapy without resolution. The patient stated that she had two sexual partners in that period, who showed no skin lesions. Cutaneous examination showed about 30 to 40 molluscoid lesions of 0.5 cm to 2 cm in diameter and widespread cauliflower-like condyloma acuminata (Figure) spread on the vulvovaginal and perianal region without any symptoms. At the time of observation, she was under treatment with corticosteroids and mycophenolate mofetil.
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Tammaro A, Cortesi G, Narcisi A, Abruzzese C, Orsini D, Giulianelli V, Parisella FR, Battaglia V, Persechino S. An interesting case of oedema and ulceration in red areas of tattoo. Int Wound J 2014; 13:1025-6. [PMID: 25040457 DOI: 10.1111/iwj.12311] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/08/2014] [Accepted: 05/14/2014] [Indexed: 01/21/2023] Open
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Tammaro A, Narcisi A, Abruzzese C, Cortesi G, Giulianelli V, Parisella FR, Socciarelli F, De Marco G, Persechino S. Unusual case of linear anetoderma in children. J Dermatol 2014; 41:552-3. [PMID: 24750269 DOI: 10.1111/1346-8138.12361] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Tammaro A, Abruzzese C, Narcisi A, Cortesi G, Fontana E, Persechino S, Salmaso R, Alaibac MSA. Localised pseudoepitheliomatous hyperplasia: unusual cutaneous reaction pattern to tattoo. Int Wound J 2014; 13:294-5. [PMID: 24720778 DOI: 10.1111/iwj.12256] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/23/2013] [Accepted: 02/21/2014] [Indexed: 11/29/2022] Open
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Tammaro A, Abruzzese C, Narcisi A, Cortesi G, Parisella FR, Persechino S. Atypical clinical manifestation of pityriasis versicolor in a young boy. GIORN ITAL DERMAT V 2014; 149:272-274. [PMID: 24819649] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/03/2023]
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Tammaro A, Narcisi A, Cortesi G, Abruzzese C, Socciarelli F, Pulcini F, De Marco G, Persechino S. A case of pseudoepitheliomatous hyperplasia to tattoos. J Eur Acad Dermatol Venereol 2014; 29:1439-40. [DOI: 10.1111/jdv.12485] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Liu J, Harberts E, Tammaro A, Girardi N, Filler RB, Fishelevich R, Temann A, Licona-Limón P, Girardi M, Flavell RA, Gaspari AA. IL-9 regulates allergen-specific Th1 responses in allergic contact dermatitis. J Invest Dermatol 2014; 134:1903-1911. [PMID: 24487305 PMCID: PMC4303591 DOI: 10.1038/jid.2014.61] [Citation(s) in RCA: 63] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/23/2013] [Revised: 12/21/2013] [Accepted: 01/02/2014] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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The cytokine IL-9, derived primarily from T-helper 9 (Th9) lymphocytes, promotes expansion of the Th2 subset and is implicated in the mechanisms of allergic asthma. We hypothesize that IL-9 also has a role in human allergic contact dermatitis (ACD). To investigate this hypothesis, skin biopsy specimens of positive patch-test sites from non-atopic patients were assayed using quantitative PCR and immunohistochemistry. The cytokines IFN-γ, IL-4, IL-17A, IL-9, and PU.1, a Th9 associated transcription factor, were elevated when compared with paired normal skin. Immunohistochemistry on ACD skin biopsies identified PU.1+ CD3+ and PU.1+ CD4+ cells, consistent with Th9 lymphocytes, in the inflammatory infiltrate. Peripheral blood mononuclear cells from nickel-allergic patients, but not nonallergic controls, show significant IL-9 production in response to nickel. Blocking studies with mAbs to HLA-DR (but not HLA-A, -B, -C) or chloroquine significantly reduced this nickel-specific IL-9 production. In addition, blockade of IL-9 or IL-4 enhanced allergen-specific IFN-γ production. A contact hypersensitivity model using IL-9(-/-) mice shows enhanced Th1 lymphocyte immune responses, when compared with wild-type mice, consistent with our human in vitro data. This study demonstrates that IL-9, through its direct effects on Th1 and ability to promote IL-4 secretion, has a regulatory role for Th1 lymphocytes in ACD.
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Tammaro A, Piscopello J, Cortesi G, Abruzzese C, Narcisi A, Orsini D, Giulianelli V, Delogu P, De Marco G, Parisella FR, Persechino S. Dermatitis artefacta: psychological and neurological distress? LA CLINICA TERAPEUTICA 2014; 165:e223-e224. [PMID: 24999579 DOI: 10.7417/ct.2014.1724] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/03/2023]
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Tammaro A, Cortesi G, Abruzzese C, Narcisi A, Ermini G, Parisella FR, Persechino S. Archer dermatitis: a new case of allergic contact dermatitis. Occup Environ Med 2013; 70:750. [PMID: 23873984 DOI: 10.1136/oemed-2013-101424] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/02/2023]
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Tammaro A, Abruzzese C, Narcisi A, Cortesi G, Parisella F, Grippaudo F, Persechino S. Orthopedic Therapy and Allergic Contact Dermatitis: An Unusual Case of Double Sensitization. EUR J INFLAMM 2013. [DOI: 10.1177/1721727x1301100332] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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We report the first case of a double sensitization for two apparently non-related allergens: disperse red textile dye and topical ketoprofen. A possible explanation was that the topical gel medication could act as a vehicle between the skin and the textile red dye, underlining the importance of a “carrier-substance” to facilitate the allergen penetration and a possible sensitization to it.
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Mignini F, Sabbatini M, Capacchietti M, Amantini C, Bianchi E, Artico M, Tammaro A. T-cell subpopulations express a different pattern of dopaminergic markers in intra- and extra-thymic compartments. J BIOL REG HOMEOS AG 2013; 27:463-475. [PMID: 23830396] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/02/2023]
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An involvement of dopamine in regulation of the immune function has been assessed and dopaminergic system has been found widely represented in thymus. Nevertheless detail on the characterization of dopaminergic system in assisting thymocytes development and lymphocytes mature physiology are still lacking. The present study was designed to characterize dopamine plasma membrane transporter (DAT), vesicular dopamine transporters (VMAT)-1 and -2, and dopamine D1-like and D2-like receptors in rat thymocytes, splenocytes and peripheral blood mononuclear cells. Western blot and RT-PCR analyses, performed on these cells, showed an expression of dopamine transporters and receptors during thymocyte development (when of CD4 and CD8 markers are differently expressed). Furthermore FACS analysis, indicates that DAT and dopamine D1-like receptors are expressed at high levels in thymocytes, splenocytes, and peripheral lymphocytes. The percentage of CD4+ CD8+ (double-positive) thymocytes expressing dopaminergic markers was significantly higher compared to the percentage of double-negative ones. The percentage of CD8+ single positive cells expressing dopaminergic markers was significantly higher than that of CD4+ cells. The results suggest that the dopaminergic system plays a role in the thymus microenvironment during T-cell development. The more pronounced expression of dopaminergic markers in CD8+ subsets suggests that dopamine plays a role in development of cytotoxic T-cells. Our findings indicate dopaminergic system to have a role during the maturation and selection of lymphocytes, and support its involvement in the active phases of immune response.
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Tammaro A, Parisella FR, Cavallotti C, Persechino S, Cavallotti C. Ultrastructural age-related changes in the sensory corpuscles of the human genital skin. J BIOL REG HOMEOS AG 2013; 27:241-245. [PMID: 23489703] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/01/2023]
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In human genital skin the majority of superficial sensory corpuscles is represented by glomerular corpuscles. These corpuscles show an own morphology. Our aim is to compare the ultra-structure of superficial sensory corpuscles in the penis skin of younger and older subjects. In this report the ultra-structure of the sensitive corpuscle in the penis skin of the younger and older subjects was compared, showing that the genital skin of the older humans contains more simple complexes than the younger ones. Our findings support the view that the age-related changes that can be observed in human glomerular genital corpuscles are consistent with an increase of the simple complexes and a strong decrease of the poly-lamellar one in the older people. These findings demonstrate that human genital corpuscles underwent age-related changes. Moreover our morphological findings can be correlated in relation to the clinical evolution of the sensitivity in the genital skin.
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Grippaudo F, Tammaro A, Narcisi A, Paolini G, Longo B, Falesiedi F, Santanelli F. Conservative Surgical Approach for Reduction of Macrocheilitis Caused by Massive Injection of Liquid Silicone. EUR J INFLAMM 2013. [DOI: 10.1177/1721727x1301100130] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/18/2023] Open
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Cosmetic lip augmentation, regardless of the filling agent, is nowadays one of the most requested aesthetic procedures. Liquid silicone injections were used in the past, but after reports of severe late complications their use has been discontinued, ending with a permanent ban in most western countries. In this report we describe clinical presentation, diagnostic pathways and surgical reconstruction of six patients presenting with macrocheilia due to previous liquid silicone augmentation. Patients showed chronic inflammation of the lower third of the face, lip eversion, various degrees of asymmetry and functional impairment of the lips. All patients underwent preoperative soft tissue High Frequency Ultrasound (HFUS) and Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) of the of the face to obtain evidence of the filler material and to ascertain its diffusion within the soft tissues of the perioral region. Conservative surgery was carried out to remove foreign material and to restore symmetric aesthetically pleasing lips. Histology confirmed the siliconoma diagnosis. HFUS and RMI allowed to clearly identify the silicone within the soft tissues. The conservative surgery restored the harmonious relationship between the lips, with an improvement in lip functionality at long term follow-up. Healing was complete and uneventful in all of the patients.
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Tammaro A, Cortesi G, Abruzzese C, Narcisi A, De Marco G, Parisella FR, Persechino S. A case of periocular contact dermatitis caused by cypress allergy. Int J Immunopathol Pharmacol 2012; 25:763-4. [PMID: 23058027 DOI: 10.1177/039463201202500323] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Airborne contact dermatitis is a dermatological disease manifesting predominantly on the face, neck and arms, which is caused by volatile substances which settle on exposed skin. Although the diagnosis is not difficult, the finding of causative allergens and the exclusion of differential diagnoses are still lacking by the treating dermatologists.
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Tammaro A, Cortesi G, Narcisi A, Abruzzese C, Parisella FR, Ermini G, Persechino S. Occupational contact dermatitis from pyrocatechol in parquet flooring. Occup Environ Med 2012; 70:71. [PMID: 23077209 DOI: 10.1136/oemed-2012-101044] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022]
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Tammaro A, Abruzzese C, Narcisi A, Cortesi G, Persechino F, Parisella FR, Persechino S. Magnesium stearate: an underestimated allergen. J BIOL REG HOMEOS AG 2012; 26:783-784. [PMID: 23241129] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/01/2023]
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Magnesium stearate is a substance often used as a diluent in the manufacture of medical tablets, capsules and powders. Moreover it is usually found as a food additive or pharmaceutical excipient. We report the first case of a 28 years old woman affected by an allergic reaction from this substance with an urticarial manifestation.
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Tammaro A, Narcisi A, Amodeo R, Portaro L, Tabacco F, Cardelli P, Persechino S. CD 63 Cell Expression Detected by Flow-Cytometric Determination and Basophil Activation in Allergic Patients. Int J Immunopathol Pharmacol 2012; 25:1143-7. [DOI: 10.1177/039463201202500432] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Flow cytometry analysis of in vitro activated basophils (BATs) based on the detection of CD63 up-regulation on basophil membrane provides the physician and the clinical laboratory with a novel diagnostic approach, proposed as a promising alternative method for in vitro diagnosis of IgE and non-mediated reactions. We performed an optimized flow cytometric procedure to assess CD63 expression on activated basophils on twenty allergic patients, and compared the results with specific IgE determination (RAST) and skin testing (Prick test).
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Tammaro A, Cavallotti C, Gaspari AA, Narcisi A, Parisella FR, Cavallotti C. Dopaminergic receptors in the human skin. J BIOL REG HOMEOS AG 2012; 26:789-795. [PMID: 23241131] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/01/2023]
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Dopamine is a neurotransmitter which plays an important role in many human organs including the skin. In this study we will examine the presence and the distribution of D1 and D2 dopamine receptors in a particular zone of the human skin. Samples of the human plantar skin were harvested during autopsies after the consent of relatives of the dead donors. In this study the following experimental procedures were performed: 1) drawing of the human plantar skin; 2) cutting of tissues; 3) staining of tissues; 4) staining of the nerve fibres; 5) radio-binding methods for labelling D1 and D2 dopamine receptors; 6) light microscope autoradiography; 7) quantitative analysis of images and 8) statistical analysis of data. The dopamine receptors D1 are distributed particularly in the dermis layer of the human plantar skin. They are numerous in lower epidermal layers (with exclusion of the corneal layer) and few in subcutaneous tissue. On the contrary D2 dopamine receptors are prominent in the subcutaneous tissue near the vessels. Quantitative analysis of images and statistical analysis of the data confirm all our results. The specific distribution of D1 and D2 dopamine receptors in the human plantar skin is in close relation with the functions of a particular zone of the human skin that supports the weight of all the body. Moreover the character of dopamine receptors distribution is very important for further understanding the role of these receptors in the human skin.
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Tammaro A, Narcisi A, Persechino S, Caperchi C, Gaspari A. Topical and systemic therapies for nickel allergy. Dermatitis 2012; 22:251-5. [PMID: 22652902 DOI: 10.2310/6620.2011.11015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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Nickel allergy can result in both cutaneous and systemic manifestations, and can range from mild to severe symptoms. A severe form of this allergy is the Systemic nickel allergy syndrome, clinically characterized by cutaneous manifestions (contact dermatitis, pompholyx, hand dermatitis dyshydrosis, urticaria) with chronic course and systemic symptoms (headache, asthenia, itching, and gastrointestinal disorders related to histopathological alterations of gastrointestinal mucosa, borderline with celiac disease). This review aims to briefly update the reader on past and current therapies for nickel contact allergy.
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Tammaro A, Abruzzese C, Narcisi A, Cortesi G, Grippaudo F, Persechino F, Parisella F, Persechino S. Disperse Yellow Dye: An Emerging Professional Sensitizer in Contact Allergy Dermatitis. EUR J INFLAMM 2012. [DOI: 10.1177/1721727x1201000328] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Disperse dyes are well known as common sensitizers in contact allergy dermatitis. Disperse yellow 3 is usually adopted in the textile industry for dying synthetic fibers, but is also used in hair dyes and for colouring plastic materials. We describe three cases of two males and one female patient, respectively a painter, an actor and a nursery-school teacher, who presented contact allergy dermatitis to disperse yellow 3 dye.
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Tammaro A, Persechino S, Abruzzese C, Narcisi A, Cortesi G, Parisella FR, Laganà B. Psoriasiform dermatitis in a non-psoriatic patient treated with adalimumab. Int J Immunopathol Pharmacol 2012; 25:499-501. [PMID: 22697082 DOI: 10.1177/039463201202500220] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Anti-TNF drugs may be associated with various adverse reactions including cutaneous ones. We describe the case of a 45-year-old woman affected by undifferentiated spondyloarthritis who presented a localized psoriasiformis dermatitis during treatment with adalimumab, without any medical history of psoriasis.
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