Sports dermatology.
Sports-related skin disorders are among the most common ailments affecting adolescent athletes and may significantly impact their performance and that of their team. These conditions may be due to infection, sun exposure, trauma, inflammation or chemical changes. Knowledge of the various disorders and their unique presentations are paramount to the caring for athletes. When making decisions regarding treatment, the clinician should consider the implications for both the individual athlete and the team.
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Department of Dermatology, University of Cincinnati College of Medicine and Veterans Administration Medical Center, Ohio 45267-0592, USA.
D000293:Adolescent; D017449:Dermatitis, Allergic Contact; D005260:Female; D005533:Foot Dermatoses; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D012867:Skin / Q000293:injuries; D012871:Skin Diseases; D012874:Skin Diseases, Infectious; D013177:Sports; D013472:Sunlight / Q000009:adverse effects; D014581:Urticaria