The cause of photodermatitis that is not the result of a genetic immunologic reaction may be the result of:
1. The use of certain medications.
2. Excessive sun exposure.
3. A vitamin deficiency.
4. Smoking.
The use of certain medications.
Rationale: Photodermatitis is an inflammatory adverse reaction to sunlight. It is a hypersensitivity to sun in which the individual sunburns more easily than usual or develops papular or vesicular lesions with exposure to the sun. It may occur because of the use of certain medication. It is not a reaction to excessive sun exposure, vitamin deficiency, or smoking.
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