Psoralen-Induced Phytophotodermatitis

Dermatitis. 2021 May-Jun;32(3):140-143. doi: 10.1097/DER.0000000000000691.

Abstract

Phytophotodermatitis is a cutaneous reaction that occurs after exposure to plant-derived furocoumarins and ultraviolet A light. Psoralen is the most common phototoxic furocoumarin and is present in varying levels within many different plant species. This article focuses on the diagnosis and management of psoralen-induced phytophotodermatitis along with other clinical applications.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Dermatitis, Phototoxic / etiology*
  • Ficusin / toxicity*
  • Furocoumarins / toxicity*
  • Humans
  • Photosensitivity Disorders / etiology*
  • Plants, Toxic
  • Ultraviolet Rays / adverse effects*

Substances

  • Furocoumarins
  • Ficusin