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Dermatitis, Toxicodendron

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Definition: An allergic contact dermatitis caused by exposure to plants of the genus Toxicodendron (formerly Rhus). These include poison ivy, poison oak, and poison sumac, all plants that contain the substance urushiol, a potent skin sensitizing agent. (From Dorland, 27th ed)  Toxicodendron or Rhus is the genus name for poison ivy; includes poison oak & poison sumac    Other names Toxicodendron Dermatitis; Rhus Dermatitis; Poison Ivy Dermatitis; Toxicodendron Dermatitides; Rhus Dermatitides; Poison Ivy Dermatitides; Dermatitis, Rhus; Dermatitides, Toxicodendron; Dermatitides, Rhus; Dermatitides, Poison Ivy; Dermatitis, Poison Ivy

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