Swimmer's itch (patient information)
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Overview
What are the symptoms of Swimmer’s itch?
What causes Swimmer’s itch?
Who is at highest risk?
Diagnosis
When to seek urgent medical care?
Treatment options
Where to find medical care for Swimmer’s itch?
Directions to Hospitals Treating Condition
Prevention
What to expect (Outlook/Prognosis)?
Possible complications
Sources
Want to know more?
A more detailed clinical article for the same condition is available from WikiDoc. It is written for medical professionals and uses technical language.
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