Methemoglobinemia Induced by Dermal Exposure to Aniline Dye

Authors

  • Gurpreet Singh* Sharma BD ** Gupta SK **

Keywords:

Methemoglobinemia, Aniline dyes, Methylene Blue

Abstract

We report a case of severe methemoglobinemia induced by dermally absorbed aniline dye in a young adult.The purpose of this case report is to increase awareness among healthcare providers about the occurrence of such cases in the industrial beltin the Delhi NCR region which has textile units using aniline compounds as fabric dyes.

Published Date

07-Jul-2023

Issue

Vol.19 Issue No.1 (2023): Journal of Indian Society of Toxicology

Section

Articles