Wrestlers and Skin Disease

Common skin diseases in wrestlers

• Ring worm (caused by a fungus)
• Herpes Gladitorium (caused by the HSV-1 virus)
• Impetigo (caused by bacteria)
• Staph infection (caused by a bacteria)

What to look for:

• Any unusual lesion on the skin

What can I do to keep myself disease free?

• Wear only freshly laundered clothes to practice
• Shower immediately following practice using liquid soap (no bar soap)
• Dry off with a freshly laundered towel and do not share towels
• Remove and launder used workout clothes from gym bags immediately upon returning home

What do I do if I suspect I have a skin disease?

• Report your concern to your coach immediately!  Your coaches need to track these diseases.
• Seek the treatment of a doctor immediately.  Each of these diseases has a different treatment
• Download: PIAA Skin Form

Questions?

• Email: Andrew Koch