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[Gnathostomiasis: an emerging parasitic disease?].
P Del Giudice1, E Cua, Y Le Fichoux
1Unité de Maladies Infectieuses et Dermatologie, Hôpital Bonnet, Fréjus. del-giudice-p@chi-frejus-saint-raphael.fr
Annales De Dermatologie Et De Venereologie
|February 1, 2006
Summary
Human gnathostomiasis, a parasitic infection from undercooked fish, can cause hand swelling. Early diagnosis and albendazole treatment are effective for this zoonotic disease.
Area of Science:
- Parasitology
- Infectious Diseases
- Public Health
Background:
- Human gnathostomiasis is a zoonotic parasitic disease caused by ingesting larvae of *Gnathostoma* species.
- The infection is endemic in parts of Asia and Central America, posing a significant public health concern.
Observation:
- A case report details a 46-year-old French woman in Vietnam presenting with a year of intermittent, pruritic hand swelling and eosinophilia.
- Clinical presentation and serological tests confirmed gnathostomiasis.
Findings:
- The patient received albendazole treatment, resulting in a favorable outcome.
- This case highlights the diagnostic and therapeutic approach to human gnathostomiasis.
Implications:
- Increased awareness is crucial for travelers and migrants visiting endemic regions.
- Educating individuals about the risks of consuming raw or marinated fish is essential for prevention.