Ground itch
Medical condition
| Ground itch | |
|---|---|
| Specialty | Dermatology |
Ground itch refers to the inflammatory reaction resulting from certain helminthic invasions into the skin.[1]
Signs and symptoms
Effects due to Penetration by larvae [2]
- Maculopapular rash
- Localized erythema
- Intense itching (usually between the toes)
Cause
The responsible agents include:[citation needed]
- Threadworms
- Strongyloides stercoralis
- Hookworms
- Ancylostoma duodenale
- Necator americanus
- Ancylostoma braziliense
See also
- Cutaneous larva migrans
- Hookworm disease
References
- ^ Principles of Pediatric Dermatology – Chapter14 : SKIN MANIFESTATIONS OF MEDICAL HELMINTHES
- ^ Farrar, Jeremy; Hotez, Peter J.; Junghanss, Thomas; Kang, Gagandeep; Lalloo, David; White, Nicholas J. (2013-10-26). Manson's tropical diseases. Farrar, Jeremy,, Manson, Patrick, Sir, 1844-1922. (23rd ed.). Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. ISBN 9780702053061. OCLC 862232541.
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