Nickel Flashcards

1
Q

Most common sites to present with Nickel Allergy?

A

Earlobes (from earrings),
Wrists (from a watch strap)
Lower abdomen (from a jeans stud)

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2
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How is Nickel allergy diagnosed?

A

Patch testing with the Australian Baseline Patch Series

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Common items with Nickel?

A

Jewellery
- necklaces, necklace-clips, earrings, bracelets, watch-straps and rings
- Hypoallergenic” stainless steel, solid
gold (12 carat or more), and silver jewellery should be safe.
- Nine-carat gold and white gold contain nickel

Clothing
- Metal zips, bra hooks, suspender clips, hair-pins, buttons, studs, spectacle frame

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