Botanical briefs: Capsicum peppers.
Capsicum peppers are widespread, both in and out of the kitchen, both nationally and internationally. They contribute to burning and stinging of hands, mouth, and eyes in conjunction with food preparation and ingestion that is often unreported to the medical community. The literature is not abundant on the subject and often is confusing. This article provides brief yet detailed information about this important plant.
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Debra D
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Department of Dermatology, Indiana University, Indianapolis 46202, USA. defett@iupui.edu
D002211:Capsaicin / Q000009:adverse effects* / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D002212:Capsicum; D017453:Dermatitis, Irritant / Q000209:etiology*; D006801:Humans; D010936:Plant Extracts / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000627:therapeutic use; D010946:Plants, Medicinal; D012680:Sensitivity and Specificity; D012871:Skin Diseases / Q000628:therapy
D010936:Plant Extracts; D002211:Capsaicin