Correlation between pierced earrings and the prevalence of metal allergies at Tokushima university hospital: a 15-year retrospective analysis

Correlation between pierced earrings and the prevalence of metal allergies at Tokushima university hospital: a 15-year retrospective analysis

Abstract In Japan, metal allergies are becoming increasingly prevalent, raising concerns for public health. This study examined metal allergy characteristics, patient histories, and clinical signs associated with patch test results over a 15-year period at the Dental Metal Allergy Clinic of Tokushim...

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Main Authors: Toyoko Tajima, Maki Hosoki, Mayu Miyagi, Miho Inoue, Aya Ozawa, Mizuki Shinkai, Mio Naritani, Yoshiaki Kubo, Swarnalakshmi Raman, Parimal Ravindra Chavan, Kazuyuki Koike, Yoshizo Matsuka
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Nature Portfolio 2025-03-01
Series:Scientific Reports
Subjects:
Metal allergy
Epidemiology
Pierced earring inflammation
Contact dermatitis
Patch testing
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-025-86868-1
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