Aquatic Antagonists: Seaweed Dermatitis (Lyngbya majuscula)

• DOI: 10.12788/cutis.1032
• Publication Date: 2024-06-06T16:12:06Z
• Authors: Kathleen Hill
• Keywords: Humans; Seaweed; Cyanobacteria

The cyanobacterium Lyngbya majuscula grows in marine and estuarine environments across the world produces many biologically active compounds.Direct contact with L its dermatoxins can cause seaweed dermatitis, which manifests as a papulovesicular eruption.As oceans warm, will bloom more frequently; therefore, public awareness of dermatitis oceanside communities help promote precautions that reduce risk for exposure.This article describes irritants lead to clinical presentation, prevention management dermatitis.