Browntail moth caterpillars (Euproctis chrysorrhoea) have tiny barbed hairs containing toxins. These poisonous hairs cause skin rashes when touched and may cause breathing problems if inhaled.

Adult browntail moths are not dangerous to humans. While there’s no specific treatment for the rash caused by browntail moths, home remedies include a cool bath with baking soda, hydrocortisone ...

Full-strength dosing should last for 3–4 weeks or until a response is noted, and a reduction to half strength is recommended until the rash is resolved, usually an additional 2–4 weeks.

POD is an inflammatory skin disease, appearing as erythematous papules, vesicles, or pustules localized around the mouth, nose, and eyes. A diagnosis of POD should be considered with young female ...