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Temporary Henna Tattooing: a Case of Contact Dermatitis
Abstract
A case of a temporary henna tattoo is presented in which red henna containing p-phenylenediamine (PPD) caused a severe adverse reaction. The eruption began three days after its application and patient experienced itching and mild pain at the tattoo site along with an erythematous, papular lesion. The topic is discussed with pictures of this eruption.
Keywords: Dermatitis, Henna tattooing, Lawsonia inermis, P-phenylenediamine (PPD).
