Most common sites to present with Nickel Allergy?
Earlobes (from earrings),
Wrists (from a watch strap)
Lower abdomen (from a jeans stud)
How is Nickel allergy diagnosed?
Patch testing with the Australian Baseline Patch Series
Common items with Nickel?
Jewellery
- necklaces, necklace-clips, earrings, bracelets, watch-straps and rings
- Hypoallergenic” stainless steel, solid
gold (12 carat or more), and silver jewellery should be safe.
- Nine-carat gold and white gold contain nickel
Clothing
- Metal zips, bra hooks, suspender clips, hair-pins, buttons, studs, spectacle frame