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[Skin irritating substances in plants]
Zeitschrift Fur Die Gesamte Hygiene Und Ihre Grenzgebiete
|July 1, 1989
Summary
This review covers plants causing skin issues like contact dermatitis and phytophotodermatitis. Key plant compounds include furocoumarins, quinones, and phenols, leading to various dermal reactions.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Botany
- Toxicology
Context:
- Plants and their constituents are significant causes of dermal injuries.
- Dermal reactions to plants include contact dermatitis, phytophotodermatitis, and allergic contact dermatitis.
Purpose:
- To review plants and plant constituents responsible for dermal injuries.
- To differentiate between various types of plant-induced skin reactions.
Summary:
- The review categorizes plant-induced skin ailments into contact dermatitis, phytophotodermatitis, and contact allergy.
- Identifies active principles such as biogenic amines, lactones, diterpenic esters, furocoumarins, quinones, long-chain phenols, and acetylenes as causative agents.
Impact:
- Provides a comprehensive overview of phytodermatoses for clinicians and researchers.
- Highlights the chemical nature of plant toxins responsible for skin damage, aiding in prevention and treatment strategies.