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Compositae sensitivity and chronic hand dermatitis in a seven-year-old boy
S H Wakelin1, P Marren, E Young
1Dermatology Department, Amersham Hospital, U.K.
The British Journal of Dermatology
|August 1, 1997
Summary
Compositae dermatitis, a rare childhood condition, can manifest as localized hand rashes. Early childhood sensitization to Compositae plants, like daisies, is possible and improves with plant avoidance.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Allergology
- Pediatrics
Background:
- Compositae dermatitis is infrequently documented in pediatric populations.
- Childhood allergic contact dermatitis requires thorough investigation for environmental triggers.