A female employee in the hospital sterile processing department used an indicator tape.About 6 weeks ago the customer alleged redness, burning and irritation on her hands, primarily on the fingers.The alleged skin irritation was worse on the right hand; the customer is right-handed.She reported that the skin irritation would resolve over the weekend when she was not at work, and would recur when she returned to work.The customer was given a prescription hydrocortisone which has helped with the skin irritation.She is now wearing gloves and the skin irritation has not returned.The customer has no history of skin sensitivities or latex allergy.
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