Ground itch refers to the inflammatory reaction resulting from certain helminthic invasions into the skin.Principles of Pediatric Dermatology – Chapter14 : SKIN MANIFESTATIONS OF MEDICAL HELMINTHES
Signs and symptoms
Effects due to Penetration by larvae Maculopapular rash Localized erythema Intense itching (usually between the toes)
Cause The responsible agents include: Threadworms Strongyloides stercoralis Hookworms Ancylostoma duodenale Necator americanus Ancylostoma braziliense
See also Cutaneous larva migrans Hookworm disease
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