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Photodermatoses: Clinic, diagnosis and treatment

Medical review by Dr. Pierre Schneider, Dermatologist, Saint-Louis Hospital, France.

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Dr. Pierre Schneider

15 min read

Key messages:

  • Photodermatoses are a group of skin disorders caused by an abnormal reaction of the skin to sunlight or other light sources1.
  • Symptoms may include redness, itching, blistering, pain or burning1.
  • Photodermatoses can be caused by excessive exposure to sunlight, photosensitive medication or genetic diseases1.
  • Photodermatoses can be classified according to their origin and symptoms, and treatment may include taking medication, applying special sunscreen and avoiding sun exposure1.

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