Skin manifestations caused by Brazilian traumatic, allergenic, and venomous plants: main species, therapeutic and preventive measures
J. Venom. Anim. Toxins incl. Trop. Dis.
; 10(3)2004.
Article
in En
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ABSTRACT
Brazilian flora is very rich and a large number of specimens can cause adverse reactions, from mild erythema to cutaneous necrosis. Plants or vegetal extracts are always suspected of contact dermatitis; they are found in all types of environments, including dwellings. Other harmful effects, which can be identified by clinical manifestations and the aid of the patient, are phytophotodermatitis, traumas, thorn infections, chemical irritations, or urticaria caused by Urtica sp. Knowledge on the most important plants and their effects on human skin are very useful, and diagnosis is very important in treatment of the complications.
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VETINDEX
Country/Region as subject:
America do sul
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Brasil
Language:
En
Journal:
J. Venom. Anim. Toxins incl. Trop. Dis.
Year:
2004
Document type:
Article