Abstract |
The cosmopolitan beetles of the Paederus genus (potós) cause a severe dermatitis when the insect is crushed against the skin of exposed areas (the cervical region is the most affected). Toxins ( pederin and others) from the hemolymph of the insect cause plaques and/or bizarre, linear lesions with erythema, edema, blisters, pustules, crusts and exulcerations. There may be a burning sensation and severe conjunctivitis. Lesions disappear after 10 days and may leave hyperchromic macules. Treatment is made with topical corticosteroids and intensive washing.
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Authors | Vidal Haddad Junior |
Journal | Anais brasileiros de dermatologia
(An Bras Dermatol)
2014 Nov-Dec
Vol. 89
Issue 6
Pg. 996-7
ISSN: 1806-4841 [Electronic] Spain |
PMID | 25387511
(Publication Type: Case Reports, Journal Article)
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Chemical References |
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Topics |
- Animals
- Animals, Poisonous
- Arthropod Venoms
(poisoning)
- Coleoptera
- Dermatitis, Irritant
(etiology, pathology)
- Female
- Humans
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