Erythema multiforme-like lesions revealing allergic contact dermatitis to exotic woods

• Type: Article in International Scientific Journal
• Date: 2012

Authors

Ferreira, O (Author) Other; Cruz, MJ (Author) Other; Alberto Mota (Author) FMUP; Ana Cunha (Author) FMUP; Azevedo, F (Author) Other

Journal

Title: Cutaneous and Ocular Toxicology

Vol. 31

Pages: 61-63

ISSN: 1556-9527

Publisher: Taylor & Francis

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Other information

Authenticus ID: P-002-CVX

DOI: 10.3109/15569527.2011.599825

Abstract (EN): We report a 45-year old man who developed maculopapular exanthema on the inferior cervical folder, axillae and umbilicus, as well as erythema multiforme-like lesions on the wrists after the introduction in his work of pao ferro (Machaerium scleroxylon). Patch tests were positive to pao ferro and ebony. This case highlights the importance of patch tests for the confirmation of the culprit agent in occupational dermatoses and also to identify other occupational allergens that the patient should avoid. Tropical woods contain quinones that could explain the possible cross-reactions between woods belonging to different families.

Language: English

Type (Professor's evaluation): Scientific

No. of pages: 3