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The four main categories of skin conditions that afflict the athlete include infections, trauma, inflammation, and encounters with the environment. Knowledge of the etiology of cutaneous skin problems of athletes helps the clinician best formulate a prevention plan. Most of the skin ailments that sideline athletes can be prevented through proper disqualification, appropriate use of equipment, and selective use of pharmacologic agents.
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Adams, B.B. (2011). Sports Dermatology: Prevention. In: Norman, R. (eds) Preventive Dermatology. Springer, London. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-84996-021-2_15
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