DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.
Eczema acquired through occupational contact substances. A distinction must be made between the terms:
- Occupational dermatosis
- occupational disease (n. § 5101).
Occurrence/EpidemiologyThis section has been translated automatically.
| Group | Professional sectzm (%) | no professional sectzm (%) |
|---|---|---|
male |
49,8 | 37,4 |
| Occupational Dermatosis | 100 | - |
| Eczema atopic | 31 | 23 |
| Hand eczema | 81 | 21 |
| Leg eczema | 0,6 | 7,3 |
| Facial Eczema | 5,6 | 66,4 |
| Age>40 years | 55,1 | 66,4 |
TherapyThis section has been translated automatically.
S.u. Occupational dermatoses, see below Occupational disease of the skin.
LiteratureThis section has been translated automatically.
- Bauer A et al. (2015) Contact allergies among employed persons in Germany. Dermatologist 66: 652-664
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Eczema (overview); Moahlfa index; Occupational dermatoses; Occupational skin disease according to BK 5101;Disclaimer
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