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Karim M, Klein EJ, Nohria A, Taiwo D, Adotama P, Cohen D, Shapiro J, Milam E, Lo Sicco K. Potential for Allergic Contact Dermatitis in Popular Hair Care Practices and Ingredients. Dermatitis 2023; 34:484-491. [PMID: 37339433 DOI: 10.1089/derm.2023.0045] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/22/2023]
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The incidence of allergic contact dermatitis (ACD) due to personal care products is rising in parallel with increasing product availability and consumer interest. Hair products specifically represent a significant source of potential allergens, including preservatives, surfactants, emulsifiers, fragrances, adhesives, and dyes. ACD due to hair care products can present as dermatitis in the distinctive "rinse-off" distribution, involving the neck, eyelids, and lateral face in addition to the scalp. Herein, the authors review ingredients in hair care products that can cause ACD and practical tips for allergen identification.
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- Maria Karim
- From the Department of Dermatology, Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine, Nutley, New Jersey, USA
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- Ronald O. Perelman Department of Dermatology, NYU Grossman School of Medicine, New York, New York, USA
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- Ronald O. Perelman Department of Dermatology, NYU Grossman School of Medicine, New York, New York, USA
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- Ronald O. Perelman Department of Dermatology, NYU Grossman School of Medicine, New York, New York, USA
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- Ronald O. Perelman Department of Dermatology, NYU Grossman School of Medicine, New York, New York, USA
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- Ronald O. Perelman Department of Dermatology, NYU Grossman School of Medicine, New York, New York, USA
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- Ronald O. Perelman Department of Dermatology, NYU Grossman School of Medicine, New York, New York, USA
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- Ronald O. Perelman Department of Dermatology, NYU Grossman School of Medicine, New York, New York, USA
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- Ronald O. Perelman Department of Dermatology, NYU Grossman School of Medicine, New York, New York, USA
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Occupational Dermatitis Treated with Alitretinoin. ALLERGIES 2022. [DOI: 10.3390/allergies2030007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Occupational allergic contact dermatitis is an occupational skin condition which is characterized by a delayed cell-mediated hypersensitivity reaction triggered by one or more work-related substances. In this article, we describe a hairdresser who presented with occupational allergic contact dermatitis and was treated with alitretinoin. It is important to emphasize the value of early diagnosis and treatment of occupational contact dermatitis as this allows us to tackle the physical, psychosocial and cost-related burdens that this disorder brings.
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Determinants of Exposures to Hazardous Materials among Nail Cosmeticians in the Kampala City, Uganda. JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2019; 2019:1925863. [PMID: 31061662 PMCID: PMC6466909 DOI: 10.1155/2019/1925863] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/29/2018] [Revised: 01/30/2019] [Accepted: 02/13/2019] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Globally, nail salons represent a fast expanding industry and often with low-income cosmeticians. In general, cosmeticians have limited access to safety information about the hazardous materials they handle, which would potentially enable them to minimize workplace exposures. The problem is much pronounced in low- and middle-income countries due to weaknesses in regulation of the industry. We investigated determinants of exposures to hazardous materials among nail cosmeticians in Kampala District, Uganda. We employed a cross-sectional study design among a random sample of 243 participants. The sociodemographic characteristics, education and training status, knowledge about routes of exposure to hazardous chemicals, and personal protective material use of cosmeticians were assessed through face-to-face interviews. Most cosmeticians were aged 18–34 years, and more males were engaged in this work than females. Also, 82.7% believed inhalation was the major exposure route for the chemicals they handled. Participants who had attained secondary-level education and above were over three times more likely to wear masks (AOR = 3.19, 95% CI 1.58–6.41) and gloves (AOR = 3.48, 95% CI 1.55–7.81) and over two times more likely to use aprons (AOR = 2.50, 95% CI 1.18–5.32). Participants who had ever received safety training on hazardous chemicals were more likely to wear all four personal protective equipment: masks (AOR = 3.21, 95% CI 1.61–6.42), gloves (AOR = 4.23, 95% CI 2.05–8.75), goggles (AOR = 4.14, 95% CI 1.25–13.65), and aprons (AOR = 2.73, 95% CI 1.25–5.96). Participants who had spent more than two years in the nail cosmetics business were more likely to wear masks (AOR = 3.37, 95% CI 1.64–6.95). With the increasing demand for nail cosmetics, and many people in urban areas of low-income countries engaging in this industry, there is need for training and better workplace policies to promote a healthier urban workforce dealing in cosmetics.
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Abou-ElWafa HS, Albadry AA, El-Gilany AH, Ismael AF. Dermatoses among automobile mechanics in Mansoura, Egypt. ARCHIVES OF ENVIRONMENTAL & OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH 2018; 73:42-47. [PMID: 28157439 DOI: 10.1080/19338244.2017.1289892] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/21/2016] [Accepted: 01/29/2017] [Indexed: 06/06/2023]
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This cross-sectional study was carried out in Mansoura, Egypt to assess the prevalence of occupational dermatoses and their possible risk factors on a convenience sample of car mechanics. Sociodemographic and occupational data were collected, and clinical examination was done. Prevalence of skin diseases was 45.4% and that of exclusively occupational skin diseases was 9.2%. Irritant contact dermatitis, eczema, and tar/oil acne were the most common types (4.6%, 3.1%, 3.1%, respectively). The logistic regression analysis revealed that the risk of occupational dermatoses increased significantly with lack of use of personal protective equipment, longer duration of work, and presence of workplace chemicals (adjusted odds ratio [95% CI] were 7.2 [2.7, 19.0], 4.3 [1.7, 10.9], and 3.7 [1.3, 10.5], respectively). Health education and safety measures are essential for prevention and control of hazardous workplace practices and exposure.
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- Hala Samir Abou-ElWafa
- a Public Health and Community Medicine Department , Faculty of Medicine, Mansoura University , Mansoura , Egypt
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- a Public Health and Community Medicine Department , Faculty of Medicine, Mansoura University , Mansoura , Egypt
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- a Public Health and Community Medicine Department , Faculty of Medicine, Mansoura University , Mansoura , Egypt
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- b Department of Dermatology , Andrology and STDs, Faculty of Medicine, Mansoura University , Mansoura , Egypt
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Aktas E, Esin MN. Skin disease symptoms and related risk factors among young workers in high-risk jobs. Contact Dermatitis 2016; 75:96-105. [DOI: 10.1111/cod.12606] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/25/2015] [Revised: 03/29/2016] [Accepted: 03/29/2016] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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- Emine Aktas
- Istanbul University Florence Nightingale Faculty of Nursing; Public Health Nursing Department; 34381 Şişli/Istanbul Turkey
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- Istanbul University Florence Nightingale Faculty of Nursing; Public Health Nursing Department; 34381 Şişli/Istanbul Turkey
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Reproductive disorders among cosmetologists and hairdressers: a meta-analysis. Int Arch Occup Environ Health 2016; 89:739-53. [PMID: 26821358 PMCID: PMC4871926 DOI: 10.1007/s00420-016-1112-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/15/2015] [Accepted: 01/17/2016] [Indexed: 11/02/2022]
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PURPOSE Occupational risks for reproductive disorders among hairdressers and cosmetologists have been examined in numerous epidemiological studies, although the results of those studies have been inconsistent. Therefore, we conducted a meta-analysis of published studies to evaluate the risks of reproductive disorders among cosmetologists and hairdressers. METHODS We searched the MEDLINE, EMBASE, and Cochrane Library databases, as well as the reference lists of relevant publications, to identify studies for our analysis. After careful consideration, 19 eligible studies were included in the meta-analysis. We also performed systematic evaluations of publication bias, heterogeneity, and publication quality. RESULTS Study-specific odds ratios (ORs) were weighted using the inverse of their variance to calculate fixed- and random-effect pooled estimates. The meta-analysis revealed a significantly increased risk of infertility (OR 1.15, 95 % CI 1.03-1.28), fetal death (OR 1.14, 95 % CI 1.04-1.24), and preterm delivery (OR 1.04, 95 % CI 1.00-1.07) among hairdressers and cosmetologists. CONCLUSION These findings indicate that hairdressers and cosmetologists have a higher risk of reproductive disorders, compared to the general population.
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Behroozy A, Keegel TG. Wet-work Exposure: A Main Risk Factor for Occupational Hand Dermatitis. Saf Health Work 2014; 5:175-80. [PMID: 25516808 PMCID: PMC4266809 DOI: 10.1016/j.shaw.2014.08.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 64] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/25/2014] [Revised: 08/03/2014] [Accepted: 08/03/2014] [Indexed: 11/28/2022] Open
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Wet-work can be defined as activities where workers have to immerse their hands in liquids for >2 hours per shift, or wear waterproof (occlusive) gloves for a corresponding amount of time, or wash their hands >20 times per shift. This review considers the recent literature on wet-work exposure, and examines wet-work as a main risk factor for developing irritant contact dermatitis of the hands. The aim of this paper is to provide a detailed description of wet-work exposure among specific occupational groups who extensively deal with water and other liquids in their occupations. Furthermore, it highlights the extent and importance of the subsequent adverse health effects caused by exposure to wet-work.
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- Ali Behroozy
- Department of Occupational Hygiene, School of Paramedicine and Public Health, Zanjan University of Medical Sciences, Zanjan, Iran
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- Centre for Ergonomics and Human Factors, Public Health and Human Biosciences, La Trobe University, Melbourne, Australia
- Monash Centre for Occupational and Environmental Health (MonCOEH), School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, Melbourne, Australia
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Deschamps F, Langrand J, Lesage FX. Health assessment of self-employed hairdressers in France. J Occup Health 2014; 56:157-63. [PMID: 24598052 DOI: 10.1539/joh.13-0139-fs] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE Hairdressers have a high incidence of occupational diseases, owing to excessive wet work and exposure to chemical substances. The objective of this study was to assess the prevalence of occupational diseases in a population of self-employed hairdressers, matched for age and sex with a control group of wage-earning hairdressers. METHOD A health questionnaire was administered to both groups by an occupational health practitioner. RESULTS Irritative skin diseases were reported by 1.5% of the self-employed hairdressers versus 9.1% of the wage earners. Conversely, the rates of respiratory diseases and cumulative musculoskeletal injuries were much higher among self-employed hairdressers. CONCLUSIONS This study shows that the overall health of self-employed hairdressers is lower than that of their wage-earning counterparts. This can be attributed to several aspects of work exposure, organization, including longer working hours, fewer protective measures and the absence of preventive medicine in the workplace.
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Hammam RAM, Ghareeb NSE, Arafa MHM, Atteia HHM. Genotoxicity among Hairdressers and the Level of Commitment to Occupational Safety Measures at Beauty Salons, in Zagazig City, Egypt. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2014. [DOI: 10.4236/odem.2014.22003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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Landeck L, Visser M, Skudlik C, Brans R, Kezic S, John SM. Clinical course of occupational irritant contact dermatitis of the hands in relation to filaggrin genotype status and atopy. Br J Dermatol 2013; 167:1302-9. [PMID: 22962861 DOI: 10.1111/bjd.12035] [Citation(s) in RCA: 54] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/02/2023]
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BACKGROUND Filaggrin loss-of-function mutations and atopy may alter the clinical course of irritant contact dermatitis (ICD). OBJECTIVE To investigate the clinical course of patients with occupational ICD according to loss-of-function mutations in the filaggrin gene (FLG) and atopy. METHODS In a prospective cohort study, the clinical course, use of topical corticosteroids, sick leave, recovery rate and job continuation were investigated in 459 inpatients treated for occupational ICD of the hands. Patients were genotyped for four FLG mutations, examined for atopy and followed for up to 3 years after discharge. RESULTS Our study included 327 (71·2%) atopic individuals and 132 nonatopic individuals. Overall, 68 patients showed a mutation in the FLG alleles R501X, R2447X, S3247X and 2282del4 (60 atopic and eight nonatopic). Nonatopic patients with ICD responded well to therapeutic approaches, while atopy status made subjects more resistant to therapy, resulting in lower rates of recovery and job continuation and higher use of topical corticosteroids. Carriage of FLG loss-of-function mutations in combination with atopy worsened the course. The risk of abandoning one's profession in this group was significantly increased when compared with 'pure' ICD (odds ratio 3·1) after 3 years. CONCLUSIONS Patients with atopy are a special risk population for ICD. In the presence of atopy, FLG mutations seem to be a modifier of the severity of the clinical course in ICD. Early-stage identification of this subgroup may result in additional emphasis to these patients regarding the importance of adherence to specific therapeutic interventions.
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- L Landeck
- Department of Dermatology, Environmental Medicine and Health Theory, University of Osnabrück, Osnabrück, Germany.
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Luckhaupt SE, Dahlhamer JM, Ward BW, Sussell AL, Sweeney MH, Sestito JP, Calvert GM. Prevalence of dermatitis in the working population, United States, 2010 National Health Interview Survey. Am J Ind Med 2013; 56:625-34. [PMID: 22674651 DOI: 10.1002/ajim.22080] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 05/15/2012] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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BACKGROUND Prevalence patterns of dermatitis among workers offer clues about risk factors and targets for prevention, but population-based estimates of the burden of dermatitis among US workers are lacking. METHODS Data from an occupational health supplement to the 2010 National Health Interview Survey (NHIS-OHS) were used to estimate the prevalence of dermatitis overall and by demographic characteristics and industry and occupation (I&O) of current/recent employment. RESULTS Data were available for 27,157 adults, including 17,524 current/recent workers. The overall prevalence rate of dermatitis among current/recent workers was 9.8% (range among I&O groups: 5.5-15.4%), representing approximately 15.2 million workers with dermatitis. The highest prevalence rates were among I&O groups related to health care. Overall, 5.6% of dermatitis cases among workers (9.2% among healthcare workers) were attributed to work by health professionals. CONCLUSIONS Dermatitis affected over 15 million US workers in 2010, and its prevalence varied by demographic characteristics and industry and occupation of employment. The prevalence rate of work-related dermatitis based on the NHIS-OHS was approximately 100-fold higher than incidence rates based on the Bureau of Labor Statistics' Survey of Occupational Illness and Injury.
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- Sara E Luckhaupt
- Division of Surveillance, Hazard Evaluations and Field Studies, National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Cincinnati, OH 45226, USA.
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Lyons G, Roberts H, Palmer A, Matheson M, Nixon R. Hairdressers presenting to an occupational dermatology clinic in Melbourne, Australia. Contact Dermatitis 2013; 68:300-6. [DOI: 10.1111/cod.12016] [Citation(s) in RCA: 43] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Shendell DG, Mapou AEM, Kelly SW. Younger Cosmetology Workers and Environmental and Occupational Asthma Triggers at Training Sites and in Salons. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2013. [DOI: 10.1177/2150129712474820] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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Secondary school students in career, technical, and vocational education (CTE) programs include minors aged ≤17 years. These students enter the workforce starting at age 18 as young adults, and specifically in cosmetology after completing the State of New Jersey mandated 2-part licensing exam (theory and practical). The New Jersey Safe Schools Task Force 2010-2012 focused on potential safety and health (S&H) risks encountered by minors training in cosmetology. We conducted a stakeholder-driven participatory process with relevant state and federal agencies, private sector partners, teachers, administrators, and students from 1-in-3 of 21 county CTE school districts. We developed and disseminated Web pages ( http://www.njsafeschools.org/Cosmetology.htm ) with science-based information, materials such as “Right to Know” brochures in multiple languages (English, Spanish), and student-designed educational posters. Resources highlight S&H issues such as chemical exposures, including known environmental and occupational asthma triggers and respiratory irritants, for example, formaldehyde and volatile organic compounds. Asthma education professionals working in clinical management of chronic respiratory diseases can increase self-awareness of S&H in cosmetology. They can then help inform younger patients/workers with asthma, teachers, older employees, and managers/owners of hair, nail, and skin care salons of potential asthma triggers. The goal is to minimize exposures (S&H risks) among these professionals and their clients (general public).
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- Derek G. Shendell
- Center for School and Community-Based Research and Education and NJ Safe Schools Program, New Brunswick, New Jersey (DGS, AEMM, SWK)
- Department of Environmental and Occupational Health, University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey School of Public Health, Piscataway, New Jersey (DGS, AEMM)
- Environmental and Occupational Health Science Institute, University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey School of Public Health Robert Wood Johnson Medical School and Rutgers University, Piscataway, New Jersey (DGS)
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- Center for School and Community-Based Research and Education and NJ Safe Schools Program, New Brunswick, New Jersey (DGS, AEMM, SWK)
- Department of Environmental and Occupational Health, University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey School of Public Health, Piscataway, New Jersey (DGS, AEMM)
- Environmental and Occupational Health Science Institute, University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey School of Public Health Robert Wood Johnson Medical School and Rutgers University, Piscataway, New Jersey (DGS)
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- Center for School and Community-Based Research and Education and NJ Safe Schools Program, New Brunswick, New Jersey (DGS, AEMM, SWK)
- Department of Environmental and Occupational Health, University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey School of Public Health, Piscataway, New Jersey (DGS, AEMM)
- Environmental and Occupational Health Science Institute, University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey School of Public Health Robert Wood Johnson Medical School and Rutgers University, Piscataway, New Jersey (DGS)
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Lyons G, Keegel T, Palmer A, Nixon R. Occupational dermatitis in hairdressers: do they claim workers' compensation? Contact Dermatitis 2012; 68:163-8. [PMID: 22957536 DOI: 10.1111/j.1600-0536.2012.02152.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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BACKGROUND Hairdressers are one of the largest occupational groups attending our Occupational Dermatology Clinic. However, few seek workers' compensation for their occupational dermatitis. OBJECTIVES To retrospectively analyse and compare workers' compensation claims data and diagnosed disease data for occupational contact dermatitis in hairdressers from 1993 to 2009, for the state of Victoria, Australia. PATIENTS/MATERIALS/METHODS Data from the Occupational Dermatology Clinic database, the Compensation Research Database and the Australian Bureau of Statistics were used in this study. RESULTS The clinic database identified 157 hairdressers and apprentices with a confirmed diagnosis of occupational contact dermatitis assessed between 1993 and 2009. Forty-six unique claims for occupational contact dermatitis from 46 individuals were identified from the Compensation Research Database over the same time period. Hairdressers in the 15-24-year age group were significantly over-represented in the claims data relative to the diagnosed disease data (p < 0.01). The median cost per claim was AU$1421, and the median time off work per claim was 20 days. CONCLUSION Increased efforts are needed to reduce the incidence of occupational contact dermatitis in hairdressers in Australia, and to ensure that hairdressers with occupational contact dermatitis are aware of their compensation entitlements. Reliance on workers' compensation data for disease surveillance may lead occupational health and safety regulators to underestimate the magnitude of the problem of occupational contact dermatitis in the hairdressing profession.
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- Georgina Lyons
- Occupational Dermatology Research and Education Centre, Skin and Cancer Foundation, 3053 Melbourne Australia
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Mandiracioglu A, Kose S, Gozaydin A, Turken M, Kuzucu L. Occupational health risks of barbers and coiffeurs in Izmir. Indian J Occup Environ Med 2011; 13:92-6. [PMID: 20386627 PMCID: PMC2847334 DOI: 10.4103/0019-5278.55128] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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The objective of this study was to examine self-reported occupational health risks and health complaints of barbers and hairdressers. A total of 1284 individuals from 300 workplaces in Izmir participated in this study. The workers completed the questionnaires during their training in occupational health. Self-reported symptoms were allergy: 35% and musculoskeletal symptoms: 32%. The frequency of allergy complaints was found to be significantly higher in older individuals and in women. Allergic complaints were more frequent in i) those having history of allergy, ii) in the group where the use of protective clothing and gloves was lower, iii) in smokers and in those who found ventilation in the workplace to be inadequate. Only 41.2% reported that they used gloves and 15.2% reported the use of protective clothing within the last month. It appears that poor occupational factors in barbers' salons and exposure to hairdressing chemicals bring about health problems of the hairdressers.
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- Aliye Mandiracioglu
- Department of Public Health of Medical Faculty, Ege University, Tepecik Training and Research Hospital, Izmir
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Gallicchio L, Miller SR, Greene T, Zacur H, Flaws JA. Adverse health outcomes among cosmetologists and noncosmetologists in the Reproductive Outcomes of Salon Employees (ROSE) study. JOURNAL OF TOXICOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH. PART A 2011; 74:52-61. [PMID: 21120748 DOI: 10.1080/15287394.2010.514227] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/30/2023]
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The purpose of this study was to examine adverse health outcomes, including those related to cardiovascular and skin health as well as respiratory functions, among cosmetologists aged 21 to 55 yr and to compare data to women of the same age working in other occupations. Self-reported data were analyzed from 450 cosmetologists and 511 women in other occupations who participated in the Reproductive Outcomes of Salon Employees (ROSE) study in Maryland. Odds ratios (OR) and 95% confidence intervals (95% CI) were computed using logistic regression to examine the associations between cosmetologist occupation and each adverse health outcome adjusted for age, education, and smoking status. Cosmetologists were at significantly increased risk of depression compared to noncosmetologists after adjustment for age, education, and smoking status (OR 1.49; 95% CI 1.10, 2.00). There were no statistically significant associations between cosmetology occupation and the other adverse health outcomes, including those related to allergies and skin disorders, in both the unadjusted and adjusted analyses. Cosmetologists may be exposed to chemicals in the salon that lead to depression. Future study needs to be conducted to examine specific chemical exposures in the salon. This will help to provide information required for the development of best occupational safety practices among salon workers.
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- Lisa Gallicchio
- Weinberg Center for Women's Health & Medicine, Mercy Medical Center, The Prevention and Research Center, Baltimore, Maryland, USA
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Kezic S, Visser MJ, Verberk MM. Individual susceptibility to occupational contact dermatitis. INDUSTRIAL HEALTH 2009; 47:469-478. [PMID: 19834255 DOI: 10.2486/indhealth.47.469] [Citation(s) in RCA: 34] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/28/2023]
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Occupational Contact Dermatitis (OCD) is one of the most common work-related diseases. High risk occupations are in health care, hairdressing, food sector and metal industry. OCD tends to become chronic; persistent OCD often results in impaired quality of life and loss of work ability. The purpose of this article is to review the present knowledge on the factors which determine individual susceptibility to acquire OCD. Recent discoveries regarding genes involved in the skin barrier, inflammatory response and biotransformation of xenobiotics provide more insight in the individual susceptibility for OCD. Knowledge of the factors which predispose to OCD is useful in occupational health practice for the application of preventive measures and for career guidance for apprentices and workers in high risk occupations.
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- Sanja Kezic
- Institute of Occupational Health, Academic Medical Center, University of Amsterdam, P.O. Box 22700, 1100 DE Amsterdam, The Netherlands.
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Roberts H, Frowen K, Sim M, Nixon R. Prevalence of atopy in a population of hairdressing students and practising hairdressers in Melbourne, Australia. Australas J Dermatol 2007; 47:172-7. [PMID: 16866997 DOI: 10.1111/j.1440-0960.2006.00266.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Hairdressers are one of the largest groups affected by occupational contact dermatitis. In this population-based study, 193 trainee hairdressers and 184 practising hairdressers each completed a questionnaire and had their hands examined. Participants were asked about past or present atopy including eczema, asthma or hayfever, which occurred in 59.2%, and were individually correlated with a history of occupational skin problems. Almost 60% of hairdressers and trainees had experienced changes on their hands since commencing hairdressing, while 29% had evidence of abnormal skin on examination on the day of participation. Atopic individuals, who plan to work in a career such as hairdressing with known high rates of occupational contact dermatitis, should be advised to care for and protect their skin from the outset to prevent the development of this condition. There has been little awareness of this issue in Australia, despite longstanding knowledge of the association of hairdressing and contact dermatitis.
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- Hugh Roberts
- Occupational Dermatology Research and Education Centre, Skin and Cancer Foundation, Victoria, Australia
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Nixon R, Roberts H, Frowen K, Sim M. Knowledge of skin hazards and the use of gloves by Australian hairdressing students and practising hairdressers. Contact Dermatitis 2006; 54:112-6. [PMID: 16487284 DOI: 10.1111/j.0105-1873.2006.00790.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 41] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Occupational contact dermatitis is common amongst hairdressers. In this population-based study, 193 trainee hairdressers and 184 practising hairdressers completed a questionnaire detailing their knowledge of skin hazards, the skills they practised and the frequency of glove use. Knowledge of skin hazards was poor in both groups. While up to 70% of participants correctly identified hairdressing chemicals as potential skin hazards, less than 15% correctly identified the role of wet work. Only a small proportion recognized that hairdressing chemicals could cause allergy. Contrary to findings elsewhere, less-experienced hairdressers often handled chemicals, particularly hair dyes containing p-phenylene diamine. The use of gloves was inadequate, particularly when performing work at the basin, which both junior and senior hairdressers did on a regular basis. Recommended strategies for the prevention of hand dermatitis in hairdressers include improved student education, appropriate glove use and the application of after-work moisturizing creams.
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- Rosemary Nixon
- Occupational Dermatology Research and Education Centre, Skin and Cancer Foundation, Monash University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.
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Laing ME, Powell FC, O'Sullivan D, Nagle CM, Keane FM. The influence of contact dermatitis on career change in hairdressers. Contact Dermatitis 2006; 54:218-9. [PMID: 16650102 DOI: 10.1111/j.0105-1873.2006.0775f.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Packham CL, Packham HE, Packham HM, Cherrington A. Investigation into different skin conditions in certain occupations. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2005; 125:181-5. [PMID: 16094930 DOI: 10.1177/146642400512500412] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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The aim of this study was to establish whether those working in certain occupations had skin with a Lower moisture content than would be considered normaL. Skin moisture levels were measured as well as visual assessment. Results indicated that all occupational groups studied had skin that was less well hydrated than would be considered normal, although there were significant inter-individual variations within any one group. These variations were at least as significant as occupation. Awareness of the need to use gloves as protection against chemicals and to use emollients to restore condition was low, as was compliance.
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- Chris L Packham
- EnviroDerm Services, 2 Amery Lodge Farm, N. Littleton, Evesham, WR11 8QY, England.
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Nettis E, Dambra P, Soccio AL, Ferrannini A, Tursi A. Latex hypersensitivity: relationship with positive prick test and patch test responses among hairdressers. Allergy 2003; 58:57-61. [PMID: 12580808 DOI: 10.1034/j.1398-9995.2003.23619.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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BACKGROUND Natural rubber latex is a frequent cause of IgE-mediated allergy in hairdressers; but a non-IgE-mediated allergy to latex proteins can also occur. Sixty-one hairdressers, reporting latex glove-related symptoms, were enrolled in the study. METHODS They were evaluated for latex allergy by assessment of serum specific IgE and skin prick tests. Patients were patch tested to a rubber additive series and to latex. Proportions were compared by one-tailed Fisher's exact test; mean values of continuous variables were compared by Student's t-test. RESULTS A diagnosis of IgE-mediated latex allergy was made in 11 (18%) hairdressers; patch tests with rubber-related antigens were positive in 24 (39.3%) subjects. The most positive patch tests were those with para-phenylenediamine (33%). Two hairdressers (3.3%) showed delayed reactions to the latex sample. Hairdressers with IgE-mediated latex allergy were older and presented a personal history of atopy and local hives after exposure to latex; they were more likely to have a positive response to other allergens on prick or patch testing. CONCLUSIONS Our study demonstrates a certain number of false-positive and false-negative results when reported symptoms of possible latex sensitivity were compared to prick and CAP tests to latex, indicating the problems of relying solely on self-report.
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- E Nettis
- Department of Clinical Immunology and Allergology, University of Bari, Piazza Giulio, Italy
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Hairdressers commonly develop contact dermatitis caused by either skin irritants or allergens to which they are exposed. Those using latex gloves are also at risk of developing immediate hypersensitivity reactions to latex. We present a hairdresser with hand dermatitis, primarily as a result of immediate-type hypersensitivity to latex causing contact urticaria, diagnosed with radioallergosorbent testing. Only three previous studies have reported latex allergy in hairdressers. This condition needs to be considered as a differential diagnosis in hairdressers presenting with hand dermatitis and a history of wearing either rubber or disposable latex gloves.
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- Praneet Sajjachareonpong
- Occupational Dermatology Research and Education Centre, PO Box 132, Carlton South, Melbourne, Victoria 3053, Australia
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