Larva currens (Latin for racing larva), is an itchy
skin condition
A skin condition, also known as cutaneous condition, is any medical condition that affects the integumentary system—the organ system that encloses the body and includes skin, nails, and related muscle and glands. The major function of this ...
caused by infections with ''
Strongyloides stercoralis
''Strongyloides stercoralis'' is a human pathogenic parasitic roundworm causing the disease strongyloidiasis. Its common name in the US is threadworm. In the UK and Australia, however, the term ''threadworm'' can also refer to nematodes of t ...
.
It is caused by the intradermal migration of strongyloides and distinguished from
cutaneous larva migrans
Cutaneous larva migrans (abbreviated CLM) is a skin disease in humans, caused by the larvae of various nematode parasites of the hookworm family ( Ancylostomatidae). The parasites live in the intestines of dogs, cats, and wild animals; they should ...
(caused by
hookworm
Hookworms are Gastrointestinal tract, intestinal, Hematophagy, blood-feeding, parasitic Nematode, roundworms that cause types of infection known as helminthiases. Hookworm infection is found in many parts of the world, and is common in areas with ...
) by its rapid migration, perianal involvement and wide band of urticaria.
See also
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List of cutaneous conditions
Many skin conditions affect the human integumentary system—the organ system covering the entire surface of the Human body, body and composed of Human skin, skin, hair, Nail (anatomy), nails, and related muscle and glands. The major function o ...
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List of migrating cutaneous conditions
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Ground itch
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 ...
References
Parasitic infestations, stings, and bites of the skin
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