Poison ivy, oak, and sumac dermatitis : identification, treatment, and prevention
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| Deutscher übersetzter Titel: | Kontaktdermatitis bedingt durch Giftsumach, Eiche und Sumach : Erkennung, Behandlung und Verhütung |
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| Autor: | Garner, L.A. |
| Erschienen in: | The physician and sportsmedicine |
| Veröffentlicht: | 27 (1999), 5, S. 33, 34, 41-43, Lit. |
| Format: | Literatur (SPOLIT) |
| Publikationstyp: | Zeitschriftenartikel |
| Medienart: | Gedruckte Ressource Elektronische Ressource (online) |
| Sprache: | Englisch |
| ISSN: | 0091-3847, 2326-3660 |
| DOI: | 10.3810/psm.1999.05.833 |
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| Erfassungsnummer: | PU199909401947 |
| Quelle: | BISp |
Abstract des Autors
Allergic contact dermatitis from poison ivy, oak, or sumac is common among people who work or exercise outdoors. The plants, classified in the genus Rhus or Toxicodendron, contain allergens that can cause reactions ranging from mild pruritus to severe urticaria or generalized maculopapular eruptions. Initial management includes cleansing, cold compresses, and, possibly, oral antihistamines for symptomatic relief. Topical corticosteroids are given for localized nonfacial eruptions; systemic corticosteroids are used for severe eruptions. Prevention involves avoiding contact with the plants and washing exposed skin within 2 hours. Verf.-Referat