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Larva currens

Introduction

Overview

Overview

Larva currens (Latin for racing larva) is an itchy, cutaneous condition caused by infections with Strongyloides stercoralis.[1]:436 It is caused by the intradermal migration of strongyloides and distinguished from cutaneous larva migrans (caused by hookworm) by its rapid migration, perianal involvement and wide band of urticaria.[2]

Diagnosis

Diagnosis

Physical Examination

Skin

Trunk
See also

See also

References

References

  1. ↑ James, William D.; Berger, Timothy G.; et al. (2006). Andrews’ Diseases of the Skin: clinical Dermatology. Saunders Elsevier. ISBN 0-7216-2921-0.
  2. ↑ ARTHUR, ROBERT P. (1 August 1958). “Larva Currens”. A.M.A. Archives of Dermatology. 78 (2): 186–90. doi:10.1001/archderm.1958.01560080044007. PMID 13558704.
  3. ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 “Dermatology Atlas”.


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