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Phytophotodermatitis

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health1 year ago•1 min saved

Man Endures Months-Long Chemical Burn from Lime Juice

A 40-year-old man in Texas developed a severe skin rash after squeezing limes and then exposing his hands to sunlight, leading to a condition known as phytophotodermatitis. This reaction occurs when certain plant chemicals, like furocoumarins found in limes, interact with UV light, causing burning, blistering, and pigmentation changes in the skin. The man's condition, which was documented in the New England Journal of Medicine, took several months to heal.

via Ars Technica|

#chemical-burn #furocoumarins #health

healthwatch2 years ago•2 min saved

Avoiding Lime Juice Burns: Tips from a Dermatologist.

Lime juice can cause a serious skin reaction called phytophotodermatitis when exposed to sunlight, resulting in a red, itchy, blistering rash that can last for weeks or months. Any skin type can experience this reaction, but those with light or red hair may have a more severe reaction. To prevent injury, wash your hands with soap and water if exposed to citrus juice, protect your skin with high UVA protection sunscreen, and stay in the shade. If you have phytophotodermatitis, treat it like a sunburn and see a dermatologist for severe cases.

via CBS News|

#dermatologist #healthwatch #lime-juice-burn