Among the well-documented sources of clothing dermatitis are dyes, chemicals that give fabric a no-iron finish, rubber additives, and nickel. In shoes, rubber and rubber-based cements are prominent allergens. The offending material in a shoe does not have to contact the foot directly but can be in a middle layer. Management of clothing and shoe dermatitis is usually easier once the allergen is identified.
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