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)
2
Q
How is Nickel allergy diagnosed?
A
Patch testing with the Australian Baseline Patch Series
3
Q
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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Q
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