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Plant dermatitis, mechanical L24.7

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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Contact dermatitis caused by mechanical action of plants on the skin.

Etiopathogenesis
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The mechanical action is via spines, thorns, hair and hairs, e.g. from roses, holly, cacti, burdock or thistles. These penetrate the skin and trigger local inflammatory reactions. Later consequences can be bacterial infections or foreign body granulomas.

Therapy
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Disinfecting measures.

Incoming links (1)

Plant dermatitis;

Outgoing links (2)

Foreign body granuloma; Pyoderma;

Disclaimer

Please ask your physician for a reliable diagnosis. This website is only meant as a reference.

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020