Photoallergy (overview)L56.8

Author:Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Synonym(s)

Light allergy; Light dermatitis; Light Dermatosis; Light Sensitization; photoallergy; Photo allergy; Photo contact allergy; Photocontact allergy; photocontact dermatitis; photodermatitis

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DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.

Immunologically caused reaction after sensitization by a photoallergen, depending on the clinic and etiology:

S.u. Photoallergen.

TherapyThis section has been translated automatically.

See below photoallergy, hematogenic; see below light reaction, persistent; see below light urticaria

LiteratureThis section has been translated automatically.

Cazzaniga S et al(2014) Development of a clinical score system for the diagnosis of photoallergic contact dermatitis using a consensus process: item selection and reliability. J Eur Acad Dermatol Venereol doi: 10.1111/jdv.12879
Heurung AR et al (2014) Adverse reactions to sunscreen agents: epidemiology, responsible irritants and allergens, clinical characteristics, and management. Dermatitis 25:289-326

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer