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Allergic contact dermatitis on the wrist caused by the strap of the watch in the case of chrome and/or nickel sensitization (type IV allergy).
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Informing the patient about objects containing chromium and nickel (e.g. costume jewellery, jeans buttons) that should be avoided. S.a.u. nickel allergy.
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For short periods of time, use glucocorticoid-containing ointments such as 0.1% methylprednisolone (e.g. Advantan ointment) or 0.25% prednicarbate (e.g. Dermatop ointment). In the case of discrete forms, weakly effective glucocorticoids such as 0.5% hydrocortisone cream R120 are sufficient. S.a.u. eczema, contact dermatitis, allergic.
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Contact dermatitis allergic; Glucocorticosteroids; Glucorticosteroids topical; Hydrocortisone; Hydrocortisone cream 0.5-2.0% (w/o); Methylprednisolone; Nickel allergy; Prednicarbate;Disclaimer
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