Athletes may be more prone to infectious illnesses, particularly skin infections, during strenuous training or competition. Nella Grilo uncovers skin infections in athletic populations and helps clinicians recognize signs and symptoms early to improve management.
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Sports physicians and coaches agree that athletes may be more prone to infectious illnesses, particularly skin infections, during strenuous training or competition. Epidemiological evidence is consistent with this perception(1). Furthermore, upper respiratory tract infections and skin infections are more prevalent in top-level athletes than in the general population, particularly during intensive training periods(2).
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