Phytodermatitis caused by Ceratocephalus falcatus (Ranunculacea).
Ceratocephalus falcatus is a member of Ranunculacea family that forms part of the flora of the Sinanpasa and Dinar regions of Afyon city in Turkey. Ceratocephalus falcatus has laxative properties and has been used for treating hemorrhoids, rheumatismal diseases and wounds. Here, a case of phytodermatitis caused by this remedy used for relieving knee pain is presented. This plant should be kept in mind when a case of phytodermatitis with vesicles or bullae presents at clinics.
Karaca
Semsettin
S
Department of Dermatology, School of Medicine, Afyon Kocatepe University, Afyon, Turkey. skaraca@aku.edu.tr
Kulac
Mustafa
M
Kucuker
Hudaverdi
H
D017453:Dermatitis, Irritant / Q000209:etiology*; D005260:Female; D005663:Furans / Q000009:adverse effects; D006801:Humans; D008875:Middle Aged; D008517:Phytotherapy / Q000009:adverse effects*; D029626:Ranunculaceae / Q000737:chemistry; D012872:Skin Diseases, Vesiculobullous / Q000209:etiology*
D005663:Furans; C037354:protoanemonin