Phytophotodermatitis

Am J Contact Dermat. 1999 Jun;10(2):89-93. doi: 10.1016/s1046-199x(99)90006-4.

Abstract

This article is a concise review of phytophotodermatitis, including the mechanism involved, clinical features, and treatment options. The common culprit plant families of Umbelliferae, Rutaceae, and Moraceae are discussed along with the newly recognized St. John's Wort.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Dermatitis, Allergic Contact / diagnosis
  • Dermatitis, Allergic Contact / etiology*
  • Dermatitis, Allergic Contact / therapy
  • Female
  • Fungi / chemistry
  • Fungi / isolation & purification
  • Furocoumarins / adverse effects*
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Photosensitivity Disorders / diagnosis
  • Photosensitivity Disorders / etiology*
  • Photosensitivity Disorders / therapy
  • Plants / adverse effects*
  • Plants / chemistry
  • Plants / microbiology
  • Prognosis
  • Risk Factors

Substances

  • Furocoumarins