[Purely natural: phototoxic dermatitis].
The local application of undiluted bergamot oil in association with simultaneous exposure to sunlight brought about a phototoxic reaction of the skin. Despite successful treatment of the vesicles, Hyperpigmentation and stress-related erythema persisted.
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Klinik und Poliklinik für Dermatologie und Allergologie, Klinikum rechts der Isar der TU München. elisabeth.knott@gmx.de
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D002675:Child, Preschool; D017484:Dermatitis, Phototoxic / Q000175:diagnosis*; D003937:Diagnosis, Differential; D005148:Facial Dermatoses / Q000139:chemically induced* / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000188:drug therapy; D011564:Furocoumarins / Q000008:administration & dosage / Q000633:toxicity; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008517:Phytotherapy / Q000009:adverse effects*; D010938:Plant Oils / Q000008:administration & dosage / Q000633:toxicity*
D011564:Furocoumarins; D010938:Plant Oils; C068336:bergamot oil