Related Articles COVID 19 pandemic and the skin what should dermatologists know Clin Dermatol 2020 Nov Dec 38 6 785 787 Authors Darlenski R Tsankov N Abstract The world has changed dramatically since the COVID 19 pandemic began In addition to our social occupational and personal lives the new coronavirus also poses novel challenges for all physicians including dermatologists Several skin conditions have emerged mainly as a result of prolonged contact with personal protective equipment and excessive personal hygiene Pressure injury contact dermatitis itch pressure urticaria and exacerbation of preexisting skin diseases including seborrheic dermatitis and acne have been described We have focused on the dermatologic aspects of the COVID 19 infection so that dermatologists are aware of the skin complications and preventive measures can be taken in the COVID 19 pandemic PMID 33341217 PubMed as supplied by publisher