# Hand and Foot Dermatitis Secondary to Zucchini Exposure

## TL;DR

A person developed a skin rash from touching zucchini after being sensitized by a previous squash exposure.

## Contribution

This case report highlights zucchini as a potential allergen causing contact dermatitis.

## Key findings

- The patient developed allergic contact dermatitis from zucchini exposure.
- Sensitization likely occurred from a prior squash exposure.
- Treatment included systemic and topical corticosteroids.

## Abstract

Contact dermatitis is an inflammatory condition mediated by allergens and irritants, including food. There have been few reports of zucchini causing contact dermatitis outside of ingestion. We report a case of allergic contact dermatitis to zucchini secondary to sensitization by a past squash exposure. The patient was treated with both systemic and topical corticosteroids.