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

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

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.{{cite book}}: CS1 maint: location missing publisher (link)

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