Mango fruit skin can cause reaction in susceptible individuals. Exposure to unroasted cashew nut shells can cause reaction in susceptible individuals. Roasting inactivates the allergen. Laboratory testing is usually not necessary as part of the ED evaluation. Leukocytosis and eosinophilia may be seen in severe cases.
Treatment is tailored to the severity of the dermatitis.
In general, it is targeted at symptomatic relief. Consider decontamination of hands, fingernails, and clothing. However, by the time patients are symptomatic it is usually too late to have any impact. Healing takes days up to 2-3 weeks, depending on severity. They modify the body s immune response to diverse stimuli.