title: Dermatologic problems in athletes.
abstract: The skin diseases observed in athletes are common dermatologic problems that are related specifically to the individual skin type, hereditary factors, age, sex, environment, and sporting activity. Early recognition and treatment of these skin diseases permit the athlete to continue participation without disability or reduced performance.
mesh_terms: D000152:Acne Vulgaris / Q000188:drug therapy; D000293:Adolescent; D001424:Bacterial Infections / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000188:drug therapy; D002648:Child; D003877:Dermatitis, Contact / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000628:therapy*; D003881:Dermatomycoses / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000188:drug therapy; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D010373:Lice Infestations / Q000175:diagnosis; D008297:Male; D012532:Scabies / Q000175:diagnosis; D012871:Skin Diseases / Q000628:therapy*; D012874:Skin Diseases, Infectious / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000188:drug therapy; D013178:Sports Medicine; D014777:Virus Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000188:drug therapy