Covid and Skin

Covid and Skin

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I went to the Dermatologist today as a new patient and because I no longer expect office staff to be Masked (although they should), I brought several pre-wrapped KN95s with me.
I went to the Dermatologist today as a new patient and because I no longer expect office staff to be Masked (although they should), I brought several pre-wrapped KN95s with me.

“The white spots you are seeing is a sign that your body has undergone trauma from an internal injury and the skin is trying to heal itself.

Because trauma from an injury does not just stop without lasting effects, you will continue to see these spots. We don’t know for how long”

·x.com·
I went to the Dermatologist today as a new patient and because I no longer expect office staff to be Masked (although they should), I brought several pre-wrapped KN95s with me.
Unusual COVID-19 symptoms: What are they?
Unusual COVID-19 symptoms: What are they?

Skin changes. The most common skin changes linked with mild to severe COVID-19 include a flat rash covered with small bumps, discolored areas on the fingers and toes (COVID toes), and hives.

COVID toes appear to be more common in children and young adults. Swelling or discoloration can develop on one or several toes or fingers. The hands, wrists or ankles also can be affected. Blisters, itchiness, rough skin, or painful bumps can occur. A small amount of pus might develop under the skin. The symptoms can last 10 to 14 days or for months.

·mayoclinic.org·
Unusual COVID-19 symptoms: What are they?
Examination of Cutaneous Changes Among Patients Following SARS-CoV-2 Infection
Examination of Cutaneous Changes Among Patients Following SARS-CoV-2 Infection
"Individuals infected with SARS-CoV-2 have been found to develop a variety of cutaneous symptoms. This study sought to describe varying cutaneous manifestations of COVID-19 in individuals presenting to an inpatient healthcare facility."
·cureus.com·
Examination of Cutaneous Changes Among Patients Following SARS-CoV-2 Infection