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Unilateral contact dermatitis of the chest.

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Unusual distributions of contact dermatitis often lead to identification of the offending agent. We present a case of unilateral dermatitis of the chest developing in a patient with a history… Click to show full abstract

Unusual distributions of contact dermatitis often lead to identification of the offending agent. We present a case of unilateral dermatitis of the chest developing in a patient with a history of allergy to metal. A name tag attached magnetically to his work uniform was identified as the cause of the eruption. Unilateral eruption of the chest can be a manifestation of allergic contact dermatitis to metal objects in breast pockets or attached to clothing.

Keywords: unilateral contact; dermatology; dermatitis; dermatitis chest; contact dermatitis

Journal Title: Dermatology online journal
Year Published: 2019

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