Nairobi Eye: A Clinico-epidemiological Study from A Tertiary Care Center of Central Nepal
Introduction: Periocular paederus dermatitis (Nairobi eye) is characterized by erythematous vesiculobullous linear plaque with stinging sensation. It commonly occurs during rainy season. It has been described in people living near agricultural fields due to the potential toxin pederin. This study ai...
Main Authors: | Shekhar K.C, Aditi Mishra, Dhiraj KC, Dharmendra Karn |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Lumbini Medical College
2020-08-01
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Series: | Journal of Lumbini Medical College |
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Online Access: | https://jlmc.edu.np/index.php/JLMC/article/view/370 |
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