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Orf: case report and literature review.
C J Huerter1, L Alvarez, R Stinson
1Department of Internal Medicine, Creighton University School of Medicine, Omaha, Nebraska 68131.
Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine
|November 1, 1991
Summary
Ecthyma contagiosum (orf) is a rare skin infection from sheep pox virus. Early recognition of this benign condition is key to prevent unnecessary treatments.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Dermatology
- Zoonotic Diseases
- Viral Infections
Background:
- Ecthyma contagiosum, also known as orf, is an uncommon dermatosis caused by the sheep pox virus.
- This viral skin infection primarily affects sheep and goats but can transmit to humans.
Observation:
- The condition is typically benign and self-limiting, presenting as a characteristic skin lesion.
- Diagnosis relies on clinical presentation, histological findings, and a history of contact with infected sheep.
Findings:
- This report details a case of orf in a sheep farmer.
- A review of existing literature on ecthyma contagiosum is included.
Implications:
- Early clinical recognition of orf is crucial to avoid unnecessary surgical interventions.
- Prompt diagnosis prevents extensive and potentially unwarranted diagnostic workups for patients with suspected orf.