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Toxicodendron dermatitis in the UK.

S L Walker1, J T Lear, M H Beck

  • 1Contact Dermatitis Investigation Unit, Dermatology Centre, University of Manchester, Hope Hospital, Manchester, UK. drstevewalker@hotmail.com

International Journal of Dermatology
|July 26, 2006
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Toxicodendron dermatitis, caused by North American plants like poison ivy, can now occur in Europe. This allergic contact dermatitis may develop even without travel, as plants spread and sensitization occurs.

Area of Science:

  • Dermatology
  • Toxicology
  • Botany

Background:

  • Toxicodendron plants (poison ivy, oak, sumac) are native to North America.
  • These plants contain potent sensitisers causing severe allergic contact dermatitis.
  • Dermatologists encounter this condition due to its allergenic properties.

Observation:

  • Two cases of Toxicodendron dermatitis are presented.
  • One case was acquired in the United States and presented in the United Kingdom.
  • The second case involved recurrent dermatitis after plant importation to the UK.

Findings:

  • Toxicodendron dermatitis can present in Europe in individuals exposed in endemic areas.
  • The genus Toxicodendron has the potential to grow in Europe.
  • Sensitization and subsequent rash development are possible within Europe without travel.

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Implications:

  • European dermatologists must consider Toxicodendron dermatitis in differential diagnoses.
  • Increased awareness is needed regarding the potential for plant introduction and spread.
  • Public health initiatives may be required to manage the risk of allergic contact dermatitis from these plants.