Phytophotodermatitis is a non-immunological cutaneous phototoxic inflammatory eruption resulting from contact with light sensitizing botanical substances and long wave UV-A radiation. Mainly signs and symptoms include blister like patches that are itchy and irregular in shape. The most commonly affected areas are legs, hands, arms, face. This condition is mainly treated with antihistamines, corticosteroids and cold compress. Our patient with this condition was apparently normal 15 days back. In our patient diagnosis was confirmed by taking history and physical examination. This was treated with saline compress, Tab. Prednisolone 40 mg, Tab. cetrizine 10 mg once daily for one month and then follow up was done for 6 months. Along with the treatment, counseling should be provided to patient and also family members on exposure to plants.
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