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Mineral oil keratoses — DOccMed MCQ

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During skin checks in a printing company, the OH nurse finds keratotic lesions on hands and forearms of a worker with 25 years of mineral oil exposure. What is the most appropriate management?

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Correct answer: A — Urgent dermatology referral as these may be pre-malignant oil-induced keratoses

Keratotic lesions with prolonged mineral oil exposure may be pre-malignant. Mineral oil is associated with skin cancers (prescribed diseases). Urgent biopsy is needed.

Reference: HSE Mineral Oil Guidance; IIDB