A member asked:

Has anybody here ever had allergic contact dermatitis from leather?

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Dr. Luis Matos answered

Specializes in Pediatric Allergy and Asthma

Yes: The chemicals used in tanning the leather can cause contact dermatitis. Leather sandals rubbing on sweaty bare skin commonly does it. Cheaper sandals are more common culprits.

Answered 7/5/2012

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