Hi Diane
i pretty much cover what you do and my frustration with skin cases
are when i cant fast track a referral to dermatology via the GP -
does anyone know what the waiting lists are normally for this on the
NHS?
mobile phones are excellent and i have had them take photos as a
record - i also get them to keep a diary regarding work activities
and if possible i go to the work place to shadow them to see what
their doing.
often my skin issues that i have come across is all down to poor hand-
washing technique and as Chris states hyper-hydration and cotton
liners can often work a treat
i know your very experienced in this area so hope this helps sounds
like your doing more research
best
Stephanie
On 20 Oct 2011, at 22:12, Diane Romano-Woodward wrote:
> Hello List
>
> What to do if someone develops dermatitis possibly due to glove use?
>
> I would appreciate an indication of the following, perhaps it
> would be best to respond off list
>
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>
> That is, unless you think it would be a good benchmarking exercise
> for you all.
>
> In an ideal world what would you want staff to do if they developed
> hand dermatitis?
> Book OH appt?
> Book GP appointment?
> Ask pharmacist for advice on treatment pending GP appointment?
> Start using moisturiser / 1% hydrocortisone /other
> Would you advise a trial of alternative gloves or alternative hand
> washing / santiser pending dermatology /OHP appointment?
>
> Take pictures of back and palm surface of hand and bring to
> consultation?
> List all activities undertaken at work and at home for about a week?
> List all substances used at work and home?
> Identify if hands improve when away from work?
>
> Would they automatically be referred to OHP once seen by OHA?
>
> Can you fast track/pay dermatologist for advice/patch testing?
>
> What evidence do you need to report under RIDDOR (written diagnosis
> of hand dermatitis from any physician?)
> Who RIDDOR reports in your organisation?
>
> Do you advise them to claim Industrial Injuries Disablement Benefit
> if occupational dermatitis is confirmed?
> http://www.direct.gov.uk/en/MoneyTaxAndBenefits/
> BenefitsTaxCreditsAndOtherSupport/Disabledpeople/DG_10018752
>
> Cheers
> Diane
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