Olympic And Board Game Dermatology: Exploring Eponyms Linking Skin Conditions To Sports And Strategy Games

February 2025 in “ Indian Dermatology Online Journal ”

Ilangovane Soumiya, Pulimi Manogna, Ramamoorthy Logamoorthy, Kaliaperumal Karthikeyan

alopecia areata Athlete’s nodule Runner’s toe Swimmer’s ear checkerboard pattern castling phenomenon

TLDR Sports influence skin condition names and help in diagnosis and treatment.

The article examines the connection between dermatology and sports, focusing on skin conditions related to athletic activities and strategy games. It discusses conditions such as "Athlete’s nodule," "Runner’s toe," and "Swimmer’s ear," which are linked to specific sports. Additionally, it covers unique dermatological patterns like the "checkerboard pattern" and "castling phenomenon" in alopecia areata. These conditions offer diagnostic insights and guide management strategies, demonstrating the impact of sports on dermatological terminology and practice.

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