SKIN DISEASES CAUSED BY THE SARS-COV-2 VIRUS AND THEIR INCREASE DURING THE USE OF PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

Abstract

The aim of the study was to present skin diseases that occur during the Sars-CoV-2 pandemic, especially among healthcare workers. Literature data on skin symptoms associated with COVID-19, frequently reported, e.g. by healthcare workers in the last months of the pandemic. Properly built, healthy, undamaged skin is our protection. It is extremely important for our health during the COVID-19 pandemic, and especially for people working in the health service. There is an increasing number of reports of irritating dermatitis among healthcare workers due to the increased need to wear personal protective equipment and more frequent hand washing than before the pandemic. Overzealous use of disinfectants and frequent hand washing can lead to disturbances in the functioning of the skin barrier, which in turn can lead to diseases such as hand eczema. This systematic review focuses on all skin problems related to COVID-19, including primary and secondary COVID-related cutaneous presentations. Skin diseases caused by Sars-CoV-2 virus should be monitored.