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Dermatologic Conditions in Athletes
Dermatologic Conditions in Athletes
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The document is a comprehensive review article on dermatologic conditions prevalent among athletes, focusing on contact sports like wrestling and football. Athletes are at high risk of skin-related conditions due to common factors such as shared facilities and warm, moist environments. The article outlines that primary care physicians are key in diagnosing, treating, and preventing the transmission of these conditions. The review categorizes common sports-related dermatological issues into bacterial, fungal, viral, and non-infectious conditions. <strong>Bacterial conditions</strong> discussed include impetigo, ecthyma, folliculitis, furuncles, carbuncles, erysipelas, and cellulitis, primarily caused by Staphylococcus aureus and Streptococcus. <strong>Fungal infections</strong> comprise tinea infections (ringworms) affecting various body parts, characterized by annular plaques, and are treatable with topical and oral antifungals. <strong>Viral infections</strong> involve herpes simplex virus (types 1 and 2), prevalent in contact sports, and molluscum contagiosum caused by poxvirus. Treatment includes antiviral medications and topical treatments post-curettage for molluscum contagiosum. <strong>Non-infectious issues</strong> discussed are acne mechanica resulting from friction, blisters due to friction and moisture, and contact dermatitis from exposure to allergens or irritants. The article provides guidelines for return-to-play for athletes post-treatment, emphasizing the necessity of lesion management and prevention strategies to avoid outbreaks and ensure athletes' safe and timely return to sports. It also highlights the importance of regulation adherence by sports organizations like NCAA and NFHS for managing and preventing the spread of infections among athletes.
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3rd Edition
Related Case
3rd Edition, CASE 11
Topic
Dermatology
Keywords
3rd Edition, CASE 11
3rd Edition
Dermatology
dermatologic conditions
athletes
contact sports
bacterial infections
fungal infections
viral infections
non-infectious conditions
treatment guidelines
prevention strategies
sports organizations
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