# Allergic Contact Dermatitis to Acrylates: A Case Report

## TL;DR

A young woman developed allergic contact dermatitis from methacrylates in sanitary pads, causing symptoms in her nails and genital area.

## Contribution

This case report highlights methacrylates in menstrual pads as a novel cause of allergic contact dermatitis.

## Key findings

- The patient experienced allergic reactions due to methacrylates in sanitary pads.
- The allergic contact dermatitis affected both the nails and genital area.
- Prolonged contact with pads containing methacrylates led to persistent symptoms.

## Abstract

(Meth)acrylates are a common cause of allergic contact dermatitis (ACD) that can be found in medical (such as pads) and aesthetic (specifically nail cosmetics) products. Prolonged and intimate contact with sanitary pads can predispose individuals to ACD triggered by a variety of allergens. This report presents the case of a young female patient with episodes of nail contact dermatitis followed by a protracted history of intensely symptomatic allergic contact dermatitis affecting the external genital area, precipitated by methacrylates present in menstrual pads.