Second-hand Clothing Linked to Surprising Rise in Skin Diseases, Research Finds
A recent story making international headlines details how a man developed a severe skin condition after wearing unwashed thrifted clothing, sparking new concern over the health risks associated with second-hand fashion. This case has resonated with Thai consumers as the popularity of second-hand shops continues to grow amid economic uncertainty and a burgeoning sustainability movement.
According to the New York Post, the individual reportedly began experiencing serious dermatological symptoms, including intense itching, a rash, and swelling, shortly after donning garments bought from a thrift store. Subsequent medical examination confirmed the presence of a transmissible skin infection attributed to pathogens remaining on pre-owned clothes. The precise diagnosis was not disclosed, but experts often cite risks such as scabies, fungi, or bacterial infections in similar cases.