In a patient with allergy to costume jewelry, which of the following is contraindicated______________?
Correct answer: C. Ni - Cr
- A. High gold
- B. Low gold
- C. Ni - Cr
- D. Palladium - Ag
Explanation
Costume-jewelry allergy most commonly indicates nickel hypersensitivity, so nickel-containing Ni-Cr alloys should be avoided. High-gold and palladium-based alloys are generally preferred alternatives, subject to individual testing.
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