swimmer's itch

noun

, Pathology.

1. an inflammation of the skin, resembling insect bites, caused by burrowing larval forms of schistosomes.

Word History and Origins

Origin of swimmer's itch¹

First recorded in 1925–30; so called because the schistosomes enter the skin from untreated water

Example Sentences

"It can cause swimmer's itch, a red rash where it penetrates human skin. But it's not able to cause infection," Dillman said.

From Science Daily

Dr Suárez diagnosed the migrant, and more than 20 others who arrived shortly afterwards, with cercarial dermatitis, also known as swimmer's itch.

From BBC

She typically would shower after swimming there and others have told her they avoid it over “swimmer’s itch” concerns.

From Washington Times

The rashes, known as “swimmer’s itch,” is an allergic reaction to parasites released by snails in fresh and salt water.

From Fox News

The Los Angeles Times reported Tuesday that the lifeguards were treated for “swimmer’s itch” - a condition caused by an allergic reaction to microscopic parasites.

From Washington Times