Cutaneous Allergic reactions to pine processionary caterpillar (Thaumetopoea Pityocampa): a complicated cutaneous reaction in an infant and review of the literature

Background. Thaumetopoea Pityocampa (TP) are frequent in the Mediterranean region especially affecting forest workers in pinewood areas. The common symptoms include swelling, rash or burns like any form of dermatitis. The reactions can be triggered by mechanical, chemical or allergic factors...

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Main Authors: Nilüfer Galip, Burçin Şanlıdağ, Arzu Babayiğit, Nerin Nadir Bahçeciler
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hacettepe University Institute of Child Health 2022-04-01
Series:The Turkish Journal of Pediatrics
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Online Access:https://turkjpediatr.org/article/view/164
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