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Kimberly A Werner¹, Laura Marquart, Scott A Norton

¹Walter Reed Army Medical Center, Washington, DC, USA. kimberlyawerner@gmail.com

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Lyngbya dermatitis, an irritant contact reaction to the alga Lyngbya majuscula, causes a blistering rash after saltwater exposure. This condition requires consideration in patients with acute dermatitis following ocean swimming.

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Area of Science:

Dermatology
Marine Biology
Toxicology

Background:

Lyngbya dermatitis is an irritant contact dermatitis caused by the blue-green alga Lyngbya majuscula.
This alga is prevalent in tropical and temperate marine environments globally.
Exposure typically results in a characteristic rash following water contact.

Observation:

A 13-year-old female presented with vesicles and papules on her abdomen after swimming.
The eruption appeared in a bathing suit distribution pattern.
Symptoms began with itching and burning, progressing to blisters and erosions.

Findings:

Histopathological examination confirmed acute irritant contact dermatitis.
The clinical presentation and history were consistent with Lyngbya dermatitis.
Lyngbya majuscule contains numerous bioactive compounds.

Implications:

Lyngbya dermatitis should be considered in the differential diagnosis of acute contact dermatitis.
Understanding the etiology is crucial for appropriate patient management and prevention.
Further research into the toxins of L. majuscule may yield therapeutic insights.