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Phytodermatitis.
BACKGROUND: Most dermatologists can recognize the classic patterns of presentation of plant contact dermatitis; however, few can recognize the offending plants or know the name and chemical structure of the allergens or irritants that they contain.
OBJECTIVE: Five basic clinical patterns of phytodermatitis are reviewed: 1) allergic phytodermatitis, 2) photophytodermatitis, 3) irritant contact dermatitis, 4) pharmacologic injury, and 5) mechanical injury. The plants responsible for each pattern are presented by families, according to current scientific taxonomy. The chemical structure of the offending substances is described, and principles of investigation, prevention, and treatment are outlined.
CONCLUSIONS: Plant contact dermatitis remains an extremely vast and complex topic. Exotic plants and woods are now present in our gardens and homes. The newfound interest in aromatherapy, phytotherapy, and so-called "natural" therapies is the cause of a tremendous increase in exposure to plant products and extracts. This is responsible for the appearance of atypical patterns of plant contact dermatitis with which the practising dermatologist must become familiar.
OBJECTIVE: Five basic clinical patterns of phytodermatitis are reviewed: 1) allergic phytodermatitis, 2) photophytodermatitis, 3) irritant contact dermatitis, 4) pharmacologic injury, and 5) mechanical injury. The plants responsible for each pattern are presented by families, according to current scientific taxonomy. The chemical structure of the offending substances is described, and principles of investigation, prevention, and treatment are outlined.
CONCLUSIONS: Plant contact dermatitis remains an extremely vast and complex topic. Exotic plants and woods are now present in our gardens and homes. The newfound interest in aromatherapy, phytotherapy, and so-called "natural" therapies is the cause of a tremendous increase in exposure to plant products and extracts. This is responsible for the appearance of atypical patterns of plant contact dermatitis with which the practising dermatologist must become familiar.
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