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rhus dermatitis

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun rhus dermatitis has 1 sense
  1. Rhus dermatitis - contact dermatitis resulting from contact with plants of the genus Toxicodendron
    --1 is a kind of
    contact dermatitis
    --1 has particulars: poison ivy; poison oak; poison sumac

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Rhus dermatitis

Description:

Rhus dermatitis, also known as poison ivy, poison oak, or poison sumac dermatitis, is an allergic skin reaction caused by contact with the sap or oils found in these plants. It is characterized by redness, itching, and the formation of blisters or rashes on the affected areas of the skin.

Senses:

Sense 1 (Noun - Medical):

Rhus dermatitis refers to a type of allergic reaction that occurs when the skin comes into contact with poison ivy, poison oak, or poison sumac.

Example sentence: After hiking in the woods, she developed a severe case of Rhus dermatitis that left her with itchy blisters all over her legs.

Usages:

Usage 1 (Noun - Popular):

In popular usage, Rhus dermatitis is often referred to as "poison ivy rash," as it is commonly associated with coming into contact with poison ivy plants.

Example sentence: He avoided going near the overgrown bushes, fearing the dreaded Rhus dermatitis that plagued him every time he touched poison ivy.

Usage 2 (Noun - Local):

In certain local communities, Rhus dermatitis may be known by different names, such as "oak itch" or "sumac rash," depending on the prevalent plants causing the allergic reaction in that region.

Example sentence: The locals warned the tourists to be cautious of the "sumac rash" they might get if they wandered into the nearby forest without proper protection.

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