Processionary caterpillar reactions in Southern Italy forestry workers: description of three cases

Processionary caterpillar reactions in Southern Italy forestry workers: description of three cases

Abstract Background Processionary caterpillar (PC), also named Thaumatopea pityocampa, has been reported to cause hypersensitivity reactions after contact with a toxin contained in hair-like bristles which cover this insect. Occupational exposure to PC is underestimated in outdoor workers and especi...

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Main Authors: Luisa Ricciardi, Concetto Giorgianni, Giusi Briguglio, Sebastiano Gangemi, Giovanna Spatari
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2021-09-01
Series:Clinical and Molecular Allergy
Subjects:
Processionary caterpillar
Forestry workers
Skin reactions
Respiratory reactions
Contact reactions
Airborne reactions
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12948-021-00155-8

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https://doi.org/10.1186/s12948-021-00155-8

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