Berloque dermatitis L56.2

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Synonym(s)

Bergamot oil; Berloque dermatitis; Eau de Cologne dermatitis; Eau de Cologne Dermatitis

History
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Friend, 1916; Rosenthal, 1925

Definition
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Phototoxic dermatitis after application of cosmetics containing bergamot oil. The term berloque is a falsification of the French "breloque" = watch strap.

Localization
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Mostly neck and décolleté area, the most common places of application for the relevant cosmetics. In principle, however, other localizations are also possible, depending on the place of application.

Clinical features
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Dermatitis occurring after exposure to the sun, initially acute to sub-acute, sharply defined, itchy or burning dermatitis, later streaky hyperpigmentation at the contact points. S.a. Dermatitis bullosa pratensis; it is not uncommon for the acute changes not to be noticed, but only the late effects (hyperpigmentation).

Differential diagnosis
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Therapy
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Avoid the agent, otherwise blank local therapy with non-perfumed external care products (e.g. Ungt. emulsif. aq.). Short-term glucocorticoid-containing external agents, e.g. betamethasone valerate (Betnesol-V Lotio, R030 ). In case of persistent post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation chemical peeling may be necessary.

Literature
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  1. Freund E (1916) On artificial skin discoloration not yet described. Dermatol Wochenschr 63: 931-933
  2. Rosenthal O (1925) Berloque dermatitis: Berlin Dermatological Society. Dermatol time period 42: 295

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020