Pineapple dermatitis L27.2

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Definition
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Especially in Hawaii and Malaysia, dermatitis was observed after eating raw pineapple.

Etiopathogenesis
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Type I sensitization to the enzyme bromelin.

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Clinical features
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Immediately after eating the pineapple: intense burning of the lips and the corners of the mouth, after 6-8 hours: acute cheilitis and dermatitis.

Progression/forecast
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Decay after 2-3 days.

Literature
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  1. Modi GM et al (2009) Irritant contact dermatitis from plants. Dermatitis 20:63-78.

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Allergy (overview); Cheilitis; Dermatitis;

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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