Occupational sensitization to lactase

Am J Ind Med. 1997 May;31(5):570-1. doi: 10.1002/(sici)1097-0274(199705)31:5<570::aid-ajim11>3.0.co;2-w.

Abstract

Occupational sensitization to lactase is reported in workers formulating and packaging this consumer product, which is used for the relief of gastrointestinal symptoms caused by intolerance to lactose. Allergic rhinitis, conjunctivitis, and some cases of asthma were noted. There was suggestive evidence that atopic individuals may be at greater risk of sensitization. Lactase should be added to the list of potential occupational respiratory sensitizers.

MeSH terms

  • Asthma / chemically induced
  • Asthma / epidemiology
  • Chi-Square Distribution
  • Dust / adverse effects
  • Humans
  • Occupational Diseases / chemically induced*
  • Occupational Diseases / epidemiology
  • Rhinitis / chemically induced
  • Rhinitis / epidemiology
  • Skin Tests
  • beta-Galactosidase / adverse effects*

Substances

  • Dust
  • beta-Galactosidase