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Ground itch
Ground
itch
refers to the
inflammatory reaction
resulting from certain
helminthic
invasions
into the
skin
.
Presentation
Effects
due to
Penetration
by
larvae
Maculopapular rash
Localized
erythema
Intense
itching
Cause
The
responsible
agents
include:
Threadworms
*Strongyloides stercoralis
Hookworms
*
Ancylostoma duodenale
*
Necator americanus
*
Ancylostoma braziliense