Mobile phones 'cause skin rash'

Mobile phones users are developing rashes on their faces and ears caused by an allergic reaction to the nickel on handsets, skin experts warn. [via the BBC]

The British Association of Dermatologists said the phenomenon is being seen in people who spend long periods of time on the phone. Nickel is often found in the handset casing or buttons.

The BAD said women who reacted to nickel in jewellery were at a higher risk of a rash from their phones.

This has come up before, see related articles:

-- Gadgets Can Cause Allergies Too - Nickel is called one of the leading causes of skin allergies and it is used in cell phone batteries and can lead to contact dermatitis of users.

-- Mobile phones 'can trigger skin allergies' - Radiation from mobile phones can trigger reactions in people with skin allergies.

emily | 11:24 AM | Health Issues and SMS Alerts |
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