Chemical Burn Induced by Cutaneous Exposure to a Concentrated Sodium Hypochlorite and Alkyl Sulfate Solution

Abstract

The irritant effect of exposure to chemicals, including those that usually are not major irritants, and the possible additive effect of simultaneous exposure to different chemicals, should be considered in the differential diagnosis of acute dermatitis of unknown etiology. Moreover, increased reporting of cases of chemical-induced acute irritant contact dermatitis will help lead to crucial early and appropriate treatment.