Drug-Induced Phototoxicity in Vitiligo: The Role of Hydrochlorothiazide in Photosensitivity Dermatitis [PDF]
Photosensitivity dermatitis is a multifactorial dermatologic condition characterized by an exaggerated cutaneous response to ultraviolet (UV) radiation, often exacerbated by exogenous agents, particularly photosensitizing medications. The pathophysiology
Andres D. Parga +2 more
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Photoallergic contact dermatitis to brosimum wood [PDF]
Teresa Quilhó, F M Brandao
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Photoallergic contact dermatitis [PDF]
Photoallergic contact dermatitis (PCD) is a delayed-type hypersensitivity cutaneous reaction in response to a photoantigen applied to the skin in subjects previously sensitized to the same substance. For the development of PCD, irradiation with ultraviolet (UV) radiations, usually UVA, is required to create a complete antigen, and the culprit substance
Alastair Kerr, James Ferguson
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Occupational photoallergic contact dermatitis to thiourea in a firefighter
Thioureas are a relatively uncommon cause of allergic contact dermatitis and a rare cause of photoallergic contact dermatitis. They are primarily used as vulcanization accelerators in the production of neoprene, and common sources of exposure include ...
Melanie D Pratt, Michelle Pratt
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HIV-associated photodermatitis in African populations [PDF]
Photosensitive dermatoses are seen in 5% of HIV-infected persons. These include drug- and chemical-induced photoallergic and phototoxic reactions, chronic actinic dermatitis of HIV, photo lichenoid drug eruptions, and porphyria.
Thuraya Isaacs, Rannakoe Lehloenya
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Topical Sunscreens: A Narrative Review for Contact Sensitivity, Potential Allergens, Clinical Evaluation, and Management for their Optimal Use in Clinical Practice [PDF]
Topical sunscreens decrease the quantity of ultraviolet (UV) light from the sun reaching the skin by either blocking or scattering it and help protect the skin from dyspigmentation, photoaging, DNA damage, and photocarcinogenesis, especially in ...
Vikram K. Mahajan +5 more
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Allergic and photoallergic contact dermatitis to chlorpromazine
AbstractChlorpromazine is known to produce both systemic phototoxic and photoallergic reactions. However, it may also cause photoallergic contact dermatitis and, albeit exceptionally, allergic contact dermatitis (ACD). We present a series of photoallergic contact dermatitis and ACD to chlorpromazine diagnosed at a tertiary centre cutaneous allergy unit
Alvaro Martinez-Domenech +2 more
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Differential diagnosis of contact dermatitis: A practical-approach review by the EADV Task Force on contact dermatitis. [PDF]
The diagnosis of eczema ('dermatitis') is mostly clinical and depends on the clinical history and exploratory objective findings (primary lesions, patterns).
Aerts, Olivier +15 more
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Sun Protection Advice for the South African Population for the Prevention and Management of Skin Diseases. [PDF]
ABSTRACT Sun protection is critical for the prevention and management of skin cancer and other photosensitive dermatoses in South Africa's diverse population. This review expands on previously published sun protection advice for skin cancer prevention by providing tailored advice for individuals with specific dermatological conditions.
Isaacs T +7 more
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Safety of Topical Essential Oil Herbal Ointments: A Phase I Randomized Controlled Trial. [PDF]
ABSTRACT Background and Aim Plants hold significant promise for dermatological applications. However, the potential for phytochemicals, particularly essential oils, to cause skin irritation or sensitization necessitates rigorous safety evaluation for products derived from medicinal plants.
Kiltu AB +17 more
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