Methacrylate contact dermatitis — DOccMed MCQ

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A 36-year-old beautician with pruritic forearm rash 48 hours after using a methacrylate acrylic nail product. What type of hypersensitivity?

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Correct answer: E — Type IV delayed-type cell-mediated

48-hour delay is characteristic of Type IV reactions mediated by sensitised T lymphocytes. Methacrylates are recognised contact sensitisers.

Reference: Dermatology Guidelines; Gell and Coombs