Millipede burns are a cutaneous condition caused by certain millipedes that secrete a toxic liquid that causes a brownish pigmentation and/or burns when it comes into contact with the skin.[1] Some millipedes produce quinones in their defensive secretions, which have been reported to cause brown staining of the skin.[2]
| Millipede burn | |
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| The effects of a millipede burn on the foot | |
| Specialty | Dermatology |
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edit- ^ James, William D.; Berger, Timothy G.; et al. (2006). Andrews' Diseases of the Skin: clinical Dermatology. Saunders Elsevier. ISBN 0-7216-2921-0.
- ^ Eisner, Thomas (2003). For Love of Insects. Cambridge, Massachusetts: Belknap Press. pp. 464. ISBN 0-674-01827-3.