A self-employed tiler has chronic hand eczema and positive patch testing to chromate. He uses wet cement-based adhesive and thin disposable gloves

Question

A self-employed tiler has chronic hand eczema and positive patch testing to chromate. He uses wet cement-based adhesive and thin disposable gloves that tear frequently; he asks what change will best prevent relapse. What is the most appropriate management?

Accepted Answer

Substitute low-chromate products and use suitable chemical-resistant gloves

Answer

Use cotton gloves beneath the same disposable gloves

Answer

Rely on barrier cream before cement mixing

Answer

Increase handwashing after each adhesive application

Answer

Continue current products with emollients after work

Cement dermatitis — DOccMed MCQ

A self-employed tiler has chronic hand eczema and positive patch testing to chromate. He uses wet cement-based adhesive and thin disposable gloves that tear frequently; he asks what change will best prevent relapse. What is the most appropriate management?