Wood eczema L23.8

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Synonym(s)

Wood dermatitis

Definition
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Unusual term for acute or chronic eczema due to allergy to wood components (unsaturated resin acid, terpenes, phenols, tannins, oils etc.). Promotion of sensitization by microtrauma.

Clinic
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S.u. Eczema, contact dermatitis, allergic.

Therapy
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S.u. Eczema, contact dermatitis, allergic.

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Wood dermatitis;

Outgoing links (2)

Contact dermatitis allergic; Eczema (overview);

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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