Basel - Dermatology Abstract 243, Vol.
Few data are available on occupational dermatoses in cheese makers.
Four patients with hand eczema acquired in cheese dairies were identified. All patients had a decreased alkali resistance. Atopy was a further risk factor in 2 patients. Three out of 4 patients were patch test positive for occupationally related substances and demonstrated also immediate skin test reactions to various milk products. Therefore, these patients had concurrent allergic contact and protein contact dermatitis.