%0 Journal Article
%T Atypical dermal findings in a patient following a lightning strike injury
%J Curēus
%D 2023
%A Aldridge, Kyle
%A Guzman, Kevin E.
%A Machin, Yarelis
%A Fonarov, Ilya
%A Casadesus, Damian
%V 15
%N 11
%P e49096-e49096
%X Lightning is a common atmospheric occurrence. However, lightning strikes are not a frequent environmental cause of human injury. Survivors may present with Lichtenberg figures, a fern-like skin manifestation, and burns of varying severity. After a lightning strike, our patient demonstrated atypical cutaneous manifestations of large, ecchymotic discolorations on the medial upper extremities. After a comprehensive evaluation, the patient fully recovered and was discharged home without limitations. This case highlights lightning strike injury, including common findings, epidemiology, mechanisms, and prevention.<p /> <p>Language: en</p>
%G en
%I Curēus
%@ 2168-8184
%U http://dx.doi.org/10.7759/cureus.49096