"Sign of the kiss" in dermatitis caused by vesicant beetles ("potós" or Paederus sp.)
An. bras. dermatol
;
89(6): 996-997, Nov-Dec/2014. graf
Article
in English
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ABSTRACT
The cosmopolitan beetles of the Paederus genus (potós) cause a severe dermatitis when the insect is crushed against the skin of exposed areas (the cervical region is the most affected). Toxins (pederin and others) from the hemolymph of the insect cause plaques and/or bizarre, linear lesions with erythema, edema, blisters, pustules, crusts and exulcerations. There may be a burning sensation and severe conjunctivitis. Lesions disappear after 10 days and may leave hyperchromic macules. Treatment is made with topical corticosteroids and intensive washing.
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Main subject:
Arthropod Venoms
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Coleoptera
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Dermatitis, Irritant
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Animals, Poisonous
Limits:
Animals
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Female
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Humans
Language:
English
Journal:
An. bras. dermatol
Journal subject:
Dermatology
Year:
2014
Type:
Article
Affiliation country:
Brazil
Institution/Affiliation country:
Sao Paulo State University Julio de Mesquita Filho/BR
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