Berloque-Dermatitis
Last Updated: 2019-08-26
ICD11: -
Last Updated: 2019-08-26
Author(s): Anzengruber F., Navarini A.
ICD11: -
Freund 1916
Rosenthal 1924
Phototoxic dermatitis, wherein the perfume functions as a photosensitizer.
Ingredients of perfumes, soaps, creams and lotions act as photosensitizers. After UV-A radiation, a phototoxic reaction occurs. Moist skin can trigger or intensify this reaction.
In the acute stage, there is an erythematous, usually sharply defined, partly blistered change, which later leads to hyperpigmentation.
Medical history
Clinic
UV-exposed areas (mostly neck area)
According to phototoxic dermatitis.
UV protection
Change perfume/soap/cream/lotion.
Alternative: Combination of vitamin A acid/hydroquinone / hydrocortisone
Healing with hyperpigmentation.
Elocom cream 1x daily