Ground itch

Ground itch refers to the inflammatory reaction resulting from certain helminthic invasions into the skin.[1]

Presentation

Effects due to Penetration by larvae [2]

Cause

The responsible agents include:

  • Threadworms
    • Strongyloides stercoralis
  • Hookworms

See also

References

  1. Principles of Pediatric Dermatology – Chapter14 : SKIN MANIFESTATIONS OF MEDICAL HELMINTHES
  2. Farrar, Jeremy; Hotez, Peter J.; Junghanss, Thomas; Kang, Gagandeep; Lalloo, David; White, Nicholas J. (2013-10-26). Manson's tropical diseases. Farrar, Jeremy,, Manson, Patrick, Sir, 1844-1922. (23rd ed.). Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. ISBN 9780702053061. OCLC 862232541.
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