Sea Bather’s Rash

Skin Care

Diseases & Conditions

Contributed byLester Fahrner, MD+1 moreJul 26, 2022

The topic Sea Bather’s Rash you are seeking is a synonym, or alternative name, or is closely related to the medical condition Seabather’s Eruption.

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Seabather’s Eruption is an itchy skin condition (hypersensitivity reaction) that occurs on seawater exposure, due to a particular species of jellyfish
The jellyfish larvae gets trapped under the bathing garments, wet-suits, and hair, and discharges a type of poison when they are squeezed or rubbed, into the human skin causing allergic reactions, especially in sensitive individuals
It forms a highly itchy eruption after long hours of exposure to seawater, which occur on the swimsuit contact areas and not on the open exposed parts of the body
The factors that encourage the larvae to discharge the venom include wearing the swimming garment for a long period of time after swimming, and mechanical stimulation
The signs and symptoms of Seabather's Eruption include small, red, raised lesions on the skin with itching, accompanied by nausea, fatigue, and even fever in children
Seabather's Eruption is not a serious medical condition and it has an excellent prognosis. The symptoms usually resolves in 2-3 weeks, with or without treatment

Please find comprehensive information on Seabather’s Eruption regarding definition, distribution, risk factors, causes, signs & symptoms, diagnosis, complications, treatment, prevention, prognosis, and additional useful information HERE.

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Krish Tangella MD, MBA

Pathology, Medical Editorial Board, DoveMed Team

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Lester Fahrner, MD

Chief Medical Officer, DoveMed Team

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