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Infectious considerations in the world traveler
1Department of International Medicine and Public Health, University of Munich, Germany.
Dermatologic Clinics
|April 1, 1997
Summary
Travel-associated skin conditions are common. This review covers parasitic skin infections seen in travelers, aiding diagnosis and management in non-tropical regions.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Infectious Diseases
- Travel Medicine
Background:
- Travel-associated dermatoses are a frequent medical concern for international travelers.
- Parasitic skin infections, once limited to tropics, are increasingly diagnosed globally.
- Cutaneous signs are crucial for identifying underlying parasitic infections.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the epidemiology of travel-associated parasitic skin infections.
- To outline assessment strategies for cutaneous parasitic infections in travelers.
- To provide guidance on managing these conditions.
Main Methods:
- Literature review on travel-associated dermatoses and parasitic infections.
- Synthesis of epidemiological data, clinical presentations, and diagnostic approaches.
- Review of current management guidelines for relevant parasitic skin diseases.
Main Results:
- Travelers' skin conditions are a significant cause of morbidity.
- Increasing prevalence of tropical parasitic skin diseases in non-endemic areas.
- Clinical manifestations offer key diagnostic insights.
Conclusions:
- Physicians must be aware of the rising incidence of parasitic skin infections in travelers.
- Systematic assessment is vital for accurate diagnosis.
- Effective management strategies are essential for patient outcomes.