Ocean Illness
A Crowd-Sourced Collection of Self-Reported Beach Pollution SicknessesUnverified
Skin Rash
11:24 Oct 18 2012 San Diego, CA, USA
Description
It did not occur to me at first but I have been dealing with a chronic skin rash since 2009. It developed and spread after I started swimming off Mission Beach.I went to the doctor and they have prescribed me an ointment specifically for a rash called seborrhea. It is very similar to dandruff and is caused by a fungi.
It is almost, if not impossible, to eradicate it. I will have flare ups every so often now. It's unfortunate and am sad that I have to stay away from San Diego beaches to prevent it from getting worse.
Additional Data
| What were your symptoms? Check all that apply:: | Skin Infection,Rash |
| Did you see a doctor?: | Yes |
| If treated, what was the diagnosis and treatment?: | Seborrhea - Ketoconazole ointment and shampoo |
| How long after you were in the water did your illness symptoms start?: | Within the week |
| How many times have you been sick from the water at this beach?: | One |
| How long did your illness last?: | Currently sick |
| Will you allow Surfrider Foundation to contact you? If yes, please provide info below. This will not be shared publicly.: | No |
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