berlock dermatitis

berlock dermatitis
\\bərˈläk-, ˈbərˌl-\ noun
Etymology: French berloque, breloque, literally, charm for a watch or bracelet; from the pattern of the discoloration
: a brownish discoloration of the skin that develops on exposure to sunlight after the use of perfume containing ethereal oils

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  • berlock dermatitis — ber·lock dermatitis bər .läk n a brownish discoloration of the skin that develops on exposure to sunlight after the use of perfume containing certain essential oils * * * berloque dermatitis (ber lokґ) [Fr. berloque, Ger. Berlocke pendant]… …   Medical dictionary

  • Dermatitis — Inflammation of the skin, either due to direct contact with an irritating substance, or to an allergic reaction. Symptoms of dermatitis include redness, itching, and in some cases blistering. There are two types of dermatitis: eczematous (eczema) …   Medical dictionary

  • perfume dermatitis — berlock d …   Medical dictionary

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