This person is sensitive to chemicals used in perfumes, and now
develops a rash when the area is exposed to light
(Phytophotodermatitis). These perfumes include Oil of Bergamot, an
oil also found in some citrus fruits and wild plants. It results in
streaky redness (erythema) and pigmentary changes.
Review Date: 11/01/2009
Reviewed By: Linda J. Vorvick, MD, Medical Director, MEDEX Northwest Division of
Physician Assistant Studies, University of Washington, School of
Medicine. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director,
A.D.A.M., Inc.
A.D.A.M., Inc. is accredited by URAC, also known as the American Accreditation HealthCare Commission (www.urac.org)
