Polymorphic Light Eruptions

    Last Updated: August 16, 2022

    Polymorphic light eruptions, also known as sun allergy or sun poisoning, are skin rashes that can be caused by sun exposure in individuals who are sensitive to sunlight. The rash usually appears as small, inflamed bumps or patches of skin that are slightly raised.

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    112 participants in 3 trials

    Examine Database: Polymorphic Light Eruptions

    Phlebodium aureum
    A
    Moderate Improvement

    Examine Database References

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    3. Phlebodium aureum - Adrian Tanew, Sonja Radakovic, Salvador Gonzalez, Marina Venturini, Piergiacomo Calzavara-PintonOral administration of a hydrophilic extract of Polypodium leucotomos for the prevention of polymorphic light eruptionJ Am Acad Dermatol.(2012 Jan)