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FINGERTIP HYPERESTHESIA

FINGERTIP HYPERESTHESIA Microfragments of silica embedded in the outer layers of the skin were detected by dark-field microscopy of superficial skin biopsies. Transfer from silicon hair curlers handled in the patient's occupation as a hairdresser was facilitated by the fact that daily contacts with alkaline hair sets and waving solutions served to soften the stratum corneum and epidermis. Precise and exactly localizable micropoints of hyperesthesia were identified. Cure was provided by a superficial razor shave biopsy. Prophylaxis must center on avoidance of the new silica rollers. http://www.deepdyve.com/assets/images/DeepDyve-Logo-lg.png JAMA American Medical Association

FINGERTIP HYPERESTHESIA

JAMA , Volume 170 (15) – Aug 8, 1959

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Publisher
American Medical Association
Copyright
Copyright © 1959 American Medical Association. All Rights Reserved. Applicable FARS/DFARS Restrictions Apply to Government Use.
ISSN
0098-7484
eISSN
1538-3598
DOI
10.1001/jama.1959.03010150023006
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Abstract

Microfragments of silica embedded in the outer layers of the skin were detected by dark-field microscopy of superficial skin biopsies. Transfer from silicon hair curlers handled in the patient's occupation as a hairdresser was facilitated by the fact that daily contacts with alkaline hair sets and waving solutions served to soften the stratum corneum and epidermis. Precise and exactly localizable micropoints of hyperesthesia were identified. Cure was provided by a superficial razor shave biopsy. Prophylaxis must center on avoidance of the new silica rollers.

Journal

JAMAAmerican Medical Association

Published: Aug 8, 1959

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