Polyurethane toilet seat contact dermatitis

Pediatr Dermatol. 2011 Nov-Dec;28(6):731-732. doi: 10.1111/j.1525-1470.2011.01482.x. Epub 2011 May 16.

Abstract

Polyurethane chemicals are produced by the reaction of isocyanates and they may cause allergic contact dermatitis or precipitate asthma attacks. Contact dermatitis to polyurethane toilet seat has not been reported before. Herein we present a case of allergic contact dermatitis to polyurethane toilet seat.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adrenal Cortex Hormones / therapeutic use
  • Child
  • Dermatitis, Allergic Contact / diagnosis*
  • Dermatitis, Allergic Contact / drug therapy
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Isocyanates
  • Patch Tests
  • Polyurethanes / adverse effects*
  • Toilet Facilities*
  • Treatment Outcome

Substances

  • Adrenal Cortex Hormones
  • Isocyanates
  • Polyurethanes