Millipede burn
Millipede burn | |
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Classification and external resources | |
ICD-10 | T63.4, X24 |
ICD-9-CM | 989.5, E905.4 |
Millipede burns are a cutaneous condition caused by some millipedes that secrete a toxic liquid that causes a brownish pigmentation or burn 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]
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