Incident of lime squeezing results in months-long chemical burn.

2025-01-16 00:00

A man from Texas experienced a severe rash, blistering, and skin discoloration that lasted for months after squeezing limes and playing soccer in the sun. He was diagnosed with phytophotodermatitis, a reaction that occurs when plant toxins, such as those found in limes, parsley, and carrots, interact with UV light, causing.

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