Naslov
Allergic contact cheilitis and perioral dermatitis caused by propolis: case report

Autori
Budimir, Vice ; Brailo, Vlaho ; Alajbeg Ivan ; Vučićević Boras, Vanja ; Budimir, Jozo

Izvornik
Acta Dermatovenerologica Croatica (1330-027X) 20 (2012), 3; 187-190

Vrsta, podvrsta i kategorija rada
Radovi u časopisima, članak, stručni

Ključne riječi
propolis ; allergy ; cheilitis

Sažetak
We report a case of propolis allergy in an 18- year-old female patient. Medical history revealed self-prescribed topical use of propolis spray as a medication for gingival swelling caused by orthodontic molar bands. After 24 hours, the patient developed lip edema and erythema of the perioral skin accompanied by burning pain in her lips. Discrete erosions were present in the corners of her lips. Erythema of the right infraorbital region was also observed. The patient was prescribed betamethasone propionate cream two times daily. Complete recovery was observed after 10 days. Propolis allergy was confirmed by a patch test. We believe that the use of propolis for the treatment of oral diseases should be avoided due to sparse evidence of its efficacy and numerous cases of allergic reactions.

Izvorni jezik
Engleski

Znanstvena područja
Dentalna medicina

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