Dermatitis, acute follicle-bound toxic L24.9

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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Generalized, follicle-bound dermatitis with acute onset after exposure to polychlorinated aromatic compounds

Therapy
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Removal of the triggering noxe, if necessary short-term glucocorticoids. S.a. acne, chlorine acne.

Literature
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  1. Garbe C et al (1986) Acute follicle-bound toxic dermatitis after exposure to polychlorinated aromatic compounds. Act Dermatol 12: 121-124

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Chloracne; Glucocorticosteroids;

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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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