Wilderness dermatology: mountain exposures.

Wilderness dermatology: mountain exposures.
Dermatol Online J. 2017 Nov 15;23(11):
Authors: Schneider S, Levandowski CB, Manly C, Dellavalle R, Dunnick CA
Abstract
Exploring the mountains is a highly rewarding past time; however, certain high-altitude exposures can lead to dermatologic manifestations. In this review article, the authors will describe cold, solar, and severe weather that one may experience when spending time outdoors. Factors such as increased ultraviolet radiation, temperature extremes, and low partial pressure of oxygen, along with human physiologic parameters also contribute to disease severity and presentation. This review article will address the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of high-altitude dermatology exposures.
PMID: 29447629 [PubMed - in process]

Source: Dermatol Online J - November 15, 2017 Category: Dermatology Authors: Schneider S, Levandowski CB, Manly C, Dellavalle R, Dunnick CA Tags: Dermatol Online J Source Type: research