TOXICODENDRON DERMATITIS
\tˌɒksɪkə͡ʊdˈɛndɹən dˌɜːmɐtˈa͡ɪtɪs], \tˌɒksɪkəʊdˈɛndɹən dˌɜːmɐtˈaɪtɪs], \t_ˌɒ_k_s_ɪ_k_əʊ_d_ˈɛ_n_d_ɹ_ə_n d_ˌɜː_m_ɐ_t_ˈaɪ_t_ɪ_s]\
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An allergic contact dermatitis caused by exposure to plants of the genus Toxicodendron (formerly Rhus). These include poison ivy, poison oak, and poison sumac, all plants that contain the substance urushiol, a potent skin sensitizing agent. (From Dorland, 27th ed)
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