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Cutaneous larva migrans associated with water shoe use
1Division of Dermatology, Loyola University Medical Center, Maywood, IL 60153, USA.
Summary
Footwear may not protect against cutaneous larva migrans. This case report suggests water shoes might increase the risk of this parasitic skin infection, challenging previous assumptions.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Parasitology
- Infectious Diseases
Background:
- Cutaneous larva migrans (CLM) is a skin disease caused by hookworm larvae.
- Footwear has been traditionally considered a preventative measure against CLM.
Observation:
- A case report details a patient who contracted CLM despite wearing protective footwear.
- The patient's footwear consisted of recently popular water shoes.
Findings:
- The case challenges the established notion of footwear's protective role in preventing CLM.
- A hypothesis is proposed suggesting water shoes may inadvertently facilitate CLM development.
Implications:
- This finding necessitates a re-evaluation of protective measures against CLM.
- Further research is needed to understand the specific risks associated with water shoes and CLM transmission.
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