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Phototoxic reaction to skin contact with plant matter

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Link to WHO Definition

Phototoxic reaction to skin contact with plant matter – http://id.who.int/icd/entity/1554710042

Phototoxic reaction caused by a combination of sun exposure and skin contact with plant matter containing photoactive substances, especially furocoumarins found in plants such as cow parsley (Anthriscus sylvestris), giant hogweed (Heracleum mantegazzianum) and celery (Apium graveolens).