Formaldehyde
Allergic contact dermatitis is a T-cell dependent, delayed-type (Type IV) hypersensitivity reaction that has a high impact both in terms of patient morbidity and economics. This type of hypersensitivity reaction is primarily instigated by small lipophilic chemicals (haptens) with a molecular weight less than 500 Daltons. These chemical allergens trigger a complex immunologic cascade in the skin, which leads to the clinical picture of allergic contact dermatitis. Click on the links below to find out more information about Formaldehyde Allergic Contact Dermatitis.
Formaldehyde: Review Article
“Formaldehyde is a ubiquitous chemical, included in a great variety of items and products. When searching for formaldehyde on a product ingredient list, one is more likely to find one of many FRPs [Formaldehyde Releasing Preservatives] listed than the term ‘formaldehyde’ itself.”
Laminate Flooring: Test Results
“CDC/ATSDR found that exposure to formaldehyde in the CPSC-tested laminate flooring sold at Lumber Liquidators® could cause irritation and breathing problems. However, you can take steps to reduce formaldehyde levels in your home.”
Formaldehyde: Review Video
“Formaldehyde and Formaldehyde-Releasing-Agents are preservatives that may be found in products you use everyday…such as cosmetics, soaps, shampoos, moisturizers and lotions…even clothing, cigarette smoke or car-exhaust fumes can subject you to formaldehyde.”
Formaldehyde: Allergen of the Year (2015) Video
“Formaldehyde…it’s everywhere…it can be very difficult to track the source of sensitization and its very difficult for a patient to avoid.”
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Online Support Group
The Facebook group Formaldehyde Allergy Awareness offers support and information sharing for those who are allergic to formaldehyde and formaldehyde releasers. Note: If you request membership, an admin will send you a Facebook private message (PM) asking about your connection with formaldehyde allergy. The PM might go to your regular, “Recent” Messages inbox, or to your “Message Requests” inbox. Please check in both of them.
