"Contact-Poisonous Plants of the World" - читать интересную книгу автора (Rohde M)

Effects and Measures

After skin contact with one of the plants described here, typical symptoms are burning, redness, itching, swelling, or development of blisters. Chemical contact poisons are often oily substances which do not evaporate and thus can contaminate equipment for years. The poisons can be spread across the skin by scratching or they can get into the eyes when the eyes were rubbed with hands. People do react differently to the poisons and the effect of contact poisons is often increased when a person is exhausted or sweating. Washing with water and soap is generally a good idea. If stinging hairs or bristles are on the skin, they should first be removed with adhesive tape or tweezers. In severe cases a doctor must be consulted.