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Author:Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.

Contact dermatitis caused by common non-toxic garden mould (Hedera helix), but mostly poison ivy (Rhus toxicodendron). S.a.u. Rhus dermatitis. The secondary plant substance falcarinol, a natural pesticide, is responsible for the contact sensitisation caused by Hedera helix.

TherapyThis section has been translated automatically.

S.u. Eczema, contact dermatitis, toxic.

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  1. Kjellenberg L et al(2012) Polyacetylenes in fresh and stored carrots (Daucus carota): relations to root morphology and sugar content. J Sci Food Agric 92:1748-1754.
  2. Leonti M et al.(2010) Falcarinol is a covalent cannabinoid CB1 receptor antagonist and induces pro-allergic effects in skin. Biochem Pharmacol 79:1815-1826 Machado S et al. (2002) Occupational allergic contact dermatitis from falcarinol. Contact dermatitis 47:113-114.

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer