Phytophotodermatitis

Medically Reviewed by Stephanie S. Gardner, MD on April 26, 2022

Phytophotodermatitis is an inflammation of the skin caused by either ingestion or rubbing against certain plants that contain chemicals that trigger a sensitivity to sunlight. It’s not an allergy and the problem usually goes away on its own when the substance is avoided

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