Naslov
Tatami mats: a source of pitted keratoysis in martial arts athlete?

Autori
Balić, Anamaria ; Bukvić Mokos, Zrinka ; Marinović, Branka ; Ledić Drvar, Daniela

Izvornik
Acta Dermatovenerologica Croatica (1330-027X) 26 (2018), 1; 68-68

Vrsta, podvrsta i kategorija rada
Radovi u časopisima, pismo uredniku, stručni

Ključne riječi
pitted keratolysis ; skin infection ; hyperhidrosis ; martial arts athletes ; tatami mats

Sažetak
Pitted keratolysis (PK), also known as keratosis plantaris sulcatum, is a non- inflammatory, bacterial, superficial cutaneous infection, characterized by many discrete superficial crateriform ‘’pits’’and erosions in the thickly keratinized skin of the weightbearing regions of the soles of the feet. The disease often goes unnoticed by the patient, but when it is noticed it is because of the unbearable malodor and hyperhidrosis of the feet, which are socially unacceptable and cause great anxiety to many of the patients. PK occurs worldwide, with the incidence rates varying based on the environment and occupation. The prevalence of this condition does not differ significantly based on age, sex, or race. People who sweat profusely or wash excessively, who wear occlusive footwear, or are barefoot especially in hot and humid weather are extremely prone to this condition. Physicians commonly misdiagnose it as tinea pedis or plantar warts. Treatment is quite simple and straightforward, with an excellent expected outcome if treated properly.

Izvorni jezik
Engleski

Znanstvena područja
Javno zdravstvo i zdravstvena zaštita, Biotehnologija u biomedicini (prirodno područje, biomedicina i zdravstvo, biotehničko područje)

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