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Review
. 2012 Aug;37(6):593-7; quiz 597-8.
doi: 10.1111/j.1365-2230.2012.04398.x.

Contact dermatitis to ophthalmic solutions

A A Mughal  1 , M Kalavala
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Contact dermatitis to ophthalmic solutions

A A Mughal et al. Clin Exp Dermatol. 2012 Aug.

Abstract

Periorbital and eyelid dermatitis is a recalcitrant and often distressing condition. Allergic contact dermatitis to ophthalmic solutions is an important cause of periorbital and eyelid dermatitis. In this review article, we discuss the allergens involved, the difficulties in patch testing, and the recommended concentrations and vehicles for patch testing.

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