Description
A skin rash caused by a skin infection with nematodes parasites (roundworms). Cutaneous larva migraines is also called creeping eruption. The skin rash and symptoms are caused by the inflammatory reaction to the parasite. Risk factors for infection include sunbathing or walking barefoot in a tropical location or a hobby or occupation requiring contact with warm, sandy soil.
Symptoms
Raised and snakelike tracks in the skin, itching, may be more severe at night, blisters.
Tests
Common tests used for diagnosis and treatment
Workup:
A history and physical exam will be performed. Rarely a skin biopsy is needed.
Other Specific Tests: Skin biopsy
Specialists:
Internal Medicine, Dermatology, Pediatrics, Family Practice, Infectious Disease Medicine, Pediatric Infectious Disease Medicine, Pediatric Dermatology, Telemedicine Dermatology
Workup:
A history and physical exam will be performed. Rarely a skin biopsy is needed.
Other Specific Tests: Skin biopsy
Specialists:
Internal Medicine, Dermatology, Pediatrics, Family Practice, Infectious Disease Medicine, Pediatric Infectious Disease Medicine, Pediatric Dermatology, Telemedicine Dermatology
Treatment
An anti-parasitic drug (Thiabendazole or albendazole) may be used to treat the infection.