Golfer's vasculitis

Golfer's vasculitis
Other namesExercise-induced vasculitis, Disney rash, hiker's rash.
Cutaneous vasculitis, ankle area; also called golfer's rash
SpecialtyDermatology
SymptomsRed or purple-colored spots

Swelling (edema) in affected areas Itching, pain

Stinging
Duration3 to 14 days
CausesStrenuous exercise or activity, especially in warm weather

Golfer's vasculitis, also called exercise-induced vasculitis, sport-induced vasculitis, Disney rash, or hiker's rash, is a form of small blood vessel inflammation resulting in a rash.[1] It occurs in the lower legs, and is caused by excessive walking in hot temperatures. It is more common in elderly people.

It is called golfer's vasculitis due to the walking involved in playing golf – a sport commonly practiced by older people. Disney rash became a name because the rash is common among visitors walking at Disney theme parks.

Golfer's vasculitis is not contagious and typically disappears within 2 weeks.

  1. ^ Kelly RI, Opie J, Nixon R (February 2005). "Golfer's vasculitis". The Australasian Journal of Dermatology. 46 (1): 11–14. doi:10.1111/j.1440-0960.2005.00127.x. PMID 15670170. S2CID 33076258.