Garlic dermatitis

Author(s): Donnelly, A.

Abstract: Allergic contact dermatitis to garlic usually has a typical clinical presentation but this is often masked if it presents concurrently with another form of hand dermatitis. Patch testing with 1% diallyl disulfide in petrolatum is recommended when garlic allergy is suspected.

Keyword(s): Dermatitis, Irritant [etiology]

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