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Phototoxic tar dermatitis

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Skin condition

Phototoxic tar dermatitis results from coal tar, creosote, crude coal tar, or pitch, in conjunction with sunlight exposure, which induces a sunburn reaction associated with severe burning sensation.

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References

  1. James, William D.; Berger, Timothy G.; et al. (2006). Andrews' Diseases of the Skin: clinical Dermatology. Saunders Elsevier. ISBN 978-0-7216-2921-6.
Radiation-related disorders / photodermatoses
Ultraviolet/ionizing
Non-ionizing
Actinic rays
Infrared/heat
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