1. Phytophotodermatitis By: Morgan Trekell

2. Description  Eruption of the skin usually begins 24 hours after exposure and peaks between 48-72 hours  A burning sensation will start on the skin, followed by a red rash and sometimes blisters.  The most commonly affected areas are the backs of hands, forearms, necks, and lips

3. Scientific Description  After the skin has come in contact with photosensitizing compounds, erythema and vesiculation occur on the cutaneous, which are very similar to a sun burn. The involved skin then has marked hyperpigmentation after a phototoxic inflamation eruption

4. Other signs  Dark blotches will appear on the affected areas of the skin. The format of the spots depends on the skin exposure to substances  Hyperpigmentation of the skin replaces the rash

5. Cause  It is a skin condition that occurs because of sensitivity to chemicals in certain plants and fruits, and then exposure to UV light  The reaction occurs because of the photosensitizing substance called furocoumarins, which are found in hemlock and fig trees

6. Cure  Wash the skin to remove any remaining plant oils and avoiding the sun during the acute phase of the rash  Apply ice packs to relieve severe burns and use over-the-counter creams such as Solarcaine  Wash the affected area daily with soap and water. Pat dry with a towel and rub hydrocortisone cream on to reduce the inflammation

7. Worst Case Scenario  Increased pain  Increased redness, swelling, or pus coming from the wound  Fever of 100.4˚F (38˚C) or higher

8. Three Facts  Phytophotodermatitis can occur on anyone and dates back to 1000-1500 BC.  In 1916, phytophotodermatitis was found as a result of bergmont oil in perfume and exposure to the sun  Most cases reported are from the contact with fruit juice and then sun exposure

9. Works cited  http://www.mayoclinic.org/medical-edge-newspaper- 2011/aug-12a.html http://www.mayoclinic.org/medical-edge-newspaper- 2011/aug-12a.html  http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S073646 7998001590 http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S073646 7998001590  http://www.google.com/imgres?imgurl=http://anagen.ucd avis.edu/1412/case_presentations/phytophotodermatitis/1.j pg&imgrefurl=http://anagen.ucdavis.edu/1412/case_prese ntations/phytophotodermatitis/polat.html&h=845&w=1126& sz=535&tbnid=fowv_CFA9PaFxM:&tbnh=101&tbnw=135&zo om=1&usg=__pNUijEVaZO2iT1e0KQlVz1- zoy4=&docid=2Gpwy9SRtLvJiM&hl=en&sa=X&ei=PlhTUsePJ4 rKqQGjpYDAAQ&sqi=2&ved=0CEQQ9QEwBQ  http://www.cosderm.com/fileadmin/qhi_archive/ArticlePD F/CD/021020099.pdf