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| National
Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases. What
is Rosacea?
"Rosacea is a long-term disease that affects the skin and sometimes the eyes. Its symptoms include redness, pimples, and, in later stages, thicker skin. In most cases, rosacea only affects the face." For more information see this easy to read publication. |
| National
Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases. Questons
and Answers About Rosacea
"This booklet contains general information about rosacea (ro-ZAY-she-ah). It defines rosacea and describes its symptoms, possible causes, and treatments. If you have further questions after reading this booklet, you may wish to discuss them with your doctor.. . .Rosacea is a chronic (long-term) disease that affects the skin and sometimes the eyes. The disorder is characterized by redness, pimples, and, in advanced stages, thickened skin. Rosacea usually affects the face; other parts of the upper body are only rarely involved." |
| Washington
State Department of Labor and Industries. Preventing Occupational
Dermatitis
"There are two types of dermatitis most associated with occupational exposures, allergic contact dermatitis and irritant contact dermatitis. These forms of dermatitis are difficult to distinguish from one another, often requiring specific medical tests to differentiate between the two. As the names suggest, these forms of dermatitis are caused by skin contact with a causal agent. As with all occupational disease, prevention is the key, and with most cases of occupational dermatitis, preventing skin contact with chemicals or other skin damaging agents will prevent the disease." |
| Washington
State Department of Labor and Industries. Prevention of Skin Problems
When Working With Metal Working Fluids
"Metal working fluids (MWFs) are industrial coolants and lubricants used to reduce friction and heat generated with the machining, grinding and fabrication operations of metal products and to lubricate during metalworking operations. The fluids prolong the life of machines, carry away metal chips and protect the surfaces of the metal being processed . . . These fluids can have additives that are corrosion inhibitors, emulsifiers, anti- foaming agents, preservatives and biocides. The formula of oil used depends on the raw material or cutting operation to be carried out. Straight or neat oils are not commonly found in machine shops as they once were. . .MWFs can be irritating to the skin. Skin problems include mechanical trauma to the skin, infections, oil acne, folliculitis and irritant and allergic dermatitis." |
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