Lepidopterism
Medical condition
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Lepidopterism is an irritant contact dermatitis caused by irritating caterpillar or moth hairs coming into contact with the skin or mucosa.[1][2] When referring to the cause, moth dermatitis and caterpillar dermatitis are commonly used; Caripito itch (known as papillonite in French)[3][4] is an older name referring to the moth dermatitis caused by some Hylesia species.[5]
| Lepidopterism | |
|---|---|
| Specialty | Dermatology |
See also
- Lonomia
- Oak processionary which may cause airborne problems
- Millipede burn
- List of cutaneous conditions