Question

What phytophotodermatitis caused by?

Answer 1

Phytophotodermatitis is induced by the action of long wavelength ultraviolet radiation (UVA) on a plant chemical called furocoumarins (psoralens) on the skin surface. Contact with the plant, fruit or vegetable may have been brief and unnoticed.

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Answer 2

Phytophotodermatitis happens when certain plant chemicals cause the skin to become inflamed following exposure to sunlight.