PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Hearing aids·2w agoAllergic Contact Dermatitis From Hearing Aid Ear Moulds: Different Devices, Different (Meth)acrylate Sensitization ProfilesWhen a patient presents with ear canal dermatitis and wears hearing aids, patch testing for (meth)acrylates relevant to their specific device type should be considered, as sensitization profiles differ across mould types.
PU¶PubMed·Journal article·Hearing aids·7w agoTetrahydrofurfuryl Methacrylate and Isobornyl Acrylate: Possible New Sensitisers in Hearing Aid Ear MouldsAudiologists and hearing aid dispensers should be aware of tetrahydrofurfuryl methacrylate and isobornyl acrylate as potential new contact allergens in ear mould materials, and consider patch testing referral for patients presenting with unexplained ear canal skin reactions.＋Save
