Equestrian perniosis
Equestrian Perniosis
Equestrian Perniosis (pronunciation: eh-kwes-tree-an per-no-sis) is a rare dermatological condition that affects individuals who engage in horse riding activities in cold weather.
Etymology
The term 'Equestrian Perniosis' is derived from two words. 'Equestrian' originates from the Latin word 'equester', meaning 'horseman', and 'Perniosis' is derived from the Latin word 'pernix', meaning 'nimble' or 'active'. The condition is so named because it primarily affects individuals who are active in horse riding during cold weather.
Definition
Equestrian Perniosis is a type of Chilblains, a medical condition that occurs when a predisposed individual is exposed to cold and humidity, causing tissue damage. It is often confused with frostbite and trench foot. Cold weather can cause capillary beds in the skin to contract, and if the skin is re-warmed too quickly, blood leaks into the tissues and causes inflammation.
Symptoms
The symptoms of Equestrian Perniosis include redness, itching, possible blistering, inflammation, and skin ulcers on the lower legs. These symptoms are typically localized to the areas of the skin that come into contact with the horse during riding, such as the inner thighs and calves.
Treatment
Treatment for Equestrian Perniosis primarily involves avoiding exposure to cold and using various methods to warm the skin. This can include the use of warm clothing, heating pads, and warm baths. In severe cases, medical treatment may be necessary, which can include the use of corticosteroids to reduce inflammation.
Related Terms
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Equestrian perniosis
- Wikipedia's article - Equestrian perniosis
This WikiMD dictionary article is a stub. You can help make it a full article.
Languages: - East Asian
中文,
日本,
한국어,
South Asian
हिन्दी,
Urdu,
বাংলা,
తెలుగు,
தமிழ்,
ಕನ್ನಡ,
Southeast Asian
Indonesian,
Vietnamese,
Thai,
မြန်မာဘာသာ,
European
español,
Deutsch,
français,
русский,
português do Brasil,
Italian,
polski