Cutaneous larva migrans syndrome: a case report.
Emilia Tekely1, Beata Szostakiewicz, Bartłomiej Wawrzycki
1Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Peadiatric Dermatology, Medical University of Lublin, Poland. Head: Prof. Grażyna Chodorowska MD, PhD.
Postepy Dermatologii I Alergologii
|November 27, 2013
Summary
Cutaneous larva migrans (CML) is a skin disease caused by animal hookworm larvae. This case highlights CML acquired in Brazil, emphasizing diagnosis through clinical presentation.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Parasitology
- Tropical Medicine
Background:
- Cutaneous larva migrans (CML) is a common parasitic skin disease.
- It is caused by animal hookworm larvae migrating in the human epidermis.
- CML is prevalent in warmer climates with soil contamination.
Observation:
- The clinical manifestation includes an itchy, erythematous, linear tract.
- Symptoms can appear days to months after exposure to contaminated sand or soil.
- Diagnosis is typically based on the characteristic clinical presentation.
Findings:
- This report details a case of CML acquired during travel to Brazil.
- The patient presented with typical clinical signs of the parasitic infestation.
- The case underscores the importance of considering CML in travelers returning from endemic areas.
Implications:
- Early recognition of CML is crucial for prompt diagnosis and treatment.
- Understanding transmission routes aids in public health awareness, especially for travelers.
- This case contributes to the literature on CML epidemiology in non-endemic regions.
