Ann Dermatol.  1991 Jul;3(2):130-132. 10.5021/ad.1991.3.2.130.

A Case of Allergic Contact Dermatitis to Cenasert® Vaginal Suppository

• Kim YG
• Lee AY
• Lee YS

• KMID: 2362005
• DOI: http://doi.org/10.5021/ad.1991.3.2.130

Abstract

Sensitization to Cenasert®, a broad spectrum antimicrobial for the treatment of leukorrhea, is rare. Perineal contact dermatitis due to vaginal suppositories has never been reported in the medical literature. We report a 31-year-old woman, who developed perineal skin eruptions following the treatment of leukorrhea with Cenasert® vaginal suppositories. Patch tests showed positive reactions to Cenasert® suppositories and to the three active ingredients of Cenasert®. Vaginal suppositories can sensitize not only the vagina but also the surrounding perineum due to leakage of the allergen from the vaginal vault.

Keyword

Allergic contact dermatitis; Cenasert®; Vaginal suppository

MeSH Terms

Adult
Dermatitis, Allergic Contact*
Dermatitis, Contact
Female
Humans
Leukorrhea
Patch Tests
Perineum
Skin
Suppositories*
Vagina
Suppositories