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Condom sales rose in the 1980s because condoms protect against the spread of sexually transmitted diseases and AIDS. In anticipation of corresponding increase in the incidence of condom dermatitis, a dermatologist prepared a brief overview of the condition and ways to treat it to prepare health professional for the anticipated increase. In men, allergic reactions may consist of edema of the penis, especially the prepuce; penile itching; and eczematous dermatitis which extends to the scrotum, inguinal areas, and the inner thighs. Symptoms in women vary and may include pubic and groin dermatitis, vulvitis, pruritus vulvae, a burning vaginal sensation, vulval redness and edema, and eczema on nearby skin. Antioxidants or accelerators in the rubber are generally responsible for condom dermatitis. When a health professional believes the dermatitis to be allergic rubber condom dermatitis, he/she should request patch tests for the same make of condom that came in contact with the patient and for rubber chemicals known to induce an allergic reaction, e.g., mercaptobenzothiazole (MBT). To assist, the dermatologist includes a patch test series for such allergens. Natural latex condoms and condoms made of processed sheep intestine cecum may prevent most allergic reactions. Sometimes patients are allergic to condom lubricants, and not the rubber itself. Health professionals must be sure to inform dermatitis patients allergic to the lubricant to not switch to oils or petroleum jelly because they destroy the rubber. Spermicidal contraceptive agents also can cause contact dermatitis, particularly nonoxynol 9. A condom with corn starch can produce urticaria. Further, paralyzed male patients are especially prone to allergic dermatitis from either the rubber in the condom urinals and/or the medical adhesive.
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PMID:Condom dermatitis in either partner. 358