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Handling certain foods like limes and then going into the sun, may cause an itchy rash or sunburn on areas of the body that the citrus juice has touched.

Photocontact Dermatitis

The condition is called photocontact dermatitis and it can be caused by anything that makes skin more sensitive to the sun. It is sometimes called “margarita rash” because people may get it after juicing limes for margaritas then sitting outside.

Photocontact dermatitis can be distinguished from other skin conditions because there is often a pattern from where food or plant touched a body.

Reactions often show up hours to days after exposure. A rash may disappear quickly in some cases but can linger in others.

The easiest way to prevent photocontact dermatitis is to wash your hands thoroughly.

To treat a rash or burn, apply a cool compress or mild topical steroid.

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