Irritant contact dermatitis — DOccMed MCQ

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A cement worker with dry cracked fissured hands. No gloves or barrier cream used. Patch testing negative. What is the most likely diagnosis?

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Correct answer: E — Irritant contact dermatitis from cement

Negative patch testing with dry cracked hands in a cement worker is irritant contact dermatitis. Cement is alkaline and a potent irritant.

Reference: HSE Cement Dermatitis Guidance