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Case Report
Photosensitivity to selsun shampoo
MZ Mani
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Correspondence Address:
M Z Mani
Correspondence Address:
M Z Mani
How to cite this article: Mani M Z. Photosensitivity to selsun shampoo. Indian J Dermatol Venereol Leprol 1994;60:49-50 |
Copyright: (C)1994 Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology, and Leprology
Abstract
A case of photosensitive dermatitis, occurring after the second application of 2.5% selenium sulphide (Selsun shampoo, Abbot), is reported. The shampoo was diluted to half strength with water, before use. The patient had pityriasis versicolor, with extensive lesions on the covered as well as exposed areas.
Keywords: Selenium sulphide shampoo, Pityriasis versicolor, Photosensitive dermatitis