1st Edition
by John McFadden (Author, Editor), Pailin Puangpet (Editor), Korbkarn Pongpairoj (Editor), Supitchaya Thaiwat (Editor), Shan Xian Lee (Editor)
How to diagnose allergic contact dermatitis, perform and interpret patch tests, and select the best treatment options
Written for a broad range of dermatologic professionals, Common Contact Allergens is
a straightforward and useful guide that bridges the gap between
detailed reference texts and basic handbooks on contact allergy, making
it an ideal addition to general dermatology practices for practical use
in the office.
The first section of the book leads practitioners
through the steps necessary to effectively and accurately perform patch
testing. This covers basic immunological knowledge, various ways in
which contact allergy can present, patch test techniques, and how to
diagnose allergic contact dermatitis. Giving attention to all standard
allergens, the second section offers an overview of the current
literature on each, with detailed analysis on determining the clinical
relevance of a positive patch test reaction. This convenient companion:
- Offers
universally applicable guidance on when and how to perform patch
testing, as well as how to interpret test reactions and arrive at
accurate diagnoses
- Characterizes allergens from the Standard ‘Baseline’ Series, the International Series, and the T.R.U.E. Test Series
- Profiles
allergens such as metals, fragrances, medicaments, rubber chemicals,
plant chemicals, hair and clothing dyes, excipients, and resins
- Contains case reports, clinical images, patch test tips, and more
- Features color-coded exposure templates for easy consultation
- Provides key pointers on how to take patient histories and handle challenging cases
- Introduces new concepts such as ‘microhistory’ and ‘microexamination’
- Allows
access to online supplementary material featuring CAS numbers,
toxicology, immunology, prevalence rates, chemical structures,
additional case reports, and more
Common Contact Allergens is a valuable reference tool for trainee and practicing general dermatologists, dermatology nurses, occupational health physicians, allergists, and other medical professionals with an interest in dermatology.