Face shield

2019-20 coronavirus outbreak

Health care

Virology

Personal protective equipment

Dermatology

Economics

Medical emergency

Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2)

Outbreak

Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)

Immunology

Seborrheic dermatitis

Allergic contact dermatitis

Contact dermatitis

Rosacea

Occupational exposure

Infectious disease (medical specialty)

Allergy

Medicine

Acne

Economic growth

Pandemic

Disease

Irritant contact dermatitis

Pathology

Dermatologic Clinics

The recent coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has led to the dramatic increase in use of personal protective equipment (PPE) among health care providers and the general public. Herein the authors discuss the various occupational dermatoses including allergic and irritant contact dermatitis, acne, seborrheic dermatitis, and rosacea related to frequent handwashing, disinfecting of surfaces, and prolonged wear of various PPE including face masks, gloves, and gowns. The authors provide an overview of published PPE-associated occupational dermatoses during the COVID-19 pandemic and also discuss prevention strategies and treatment options to help patients with these complaints.

Occupational Dermatoses Related to Personal Protective Equipment Used During the COVID-19 Pandemic