Prevalence and risk factors for multiple chemical sensitivity in Australia

Paolo D. Pigatto; Gianpaolo Guzzi

Preventive Medicine Reports (Jun 2019)

Prevalence and risk factors for multiple chemical sensitivity in Australia

Paolo D. Pigatto,
Gianpaolo Guzzi

Affiliations

Paolo D. Pigatto: Department of Biomedical, Surgical and Dental Sciences, Unit of Dermatology, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Galeazzi, University of Milan, Via Riccardo Galeazzi 4, 20161 Milan, Italy
Gianpaolo Guzzi: Italian Association for Metals and Biocompatibility Research – A.I.R.M.E.B., Via Antonio Banfi 4, 20122 Milan, Italy; Corresponding author at: Italian Association for Metals and Biocompatibility Research – A.I.R.M.E.B., Via Antonio Banfi, 4, 20122 Milan, Italy.

Journal volume & issue: Vol. 14

Abstract

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The author found that the prevalence of diagnosed multiple chemical sensitivity (MCS) in Australia was 6.5%. No mention is made about the role of exposure to metals. Exposure to metallic elements has been associated with MCS. Metals are a well-known primary risk factor for idiopathic environmental intolerance. It is important that the medical approach designed to reduce the risk factors for MCS includes preventive strategies of metal exposure. Keywords: Adults, Frequency, Hyperosmia, Idiopathic environmental intolerance, Metal allergens, Metallic elements, Metals, Metals toxicity, Toxicants

Published in Preventive Medicine Reports

ISSN: 2211-3355 (Online)
Publisher: Elsevier
Country of publisher: United States
LCC subjects: Medicine
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