Think cutaneous leishmaniasis.
Cutaneous leishmaniasis is now seen in non-endemic areas, especially in travellers to and troops serving in the Middle East. It was a common problem among American troops returning from the Gulf war. This article presents the clinical manifestations, the laboratory findings and the treatment options for this disease.
Department of Dermatology, Soroka Medical Centre of Kupat Holim.
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D000279:Administration, Cutaneous; D000981:Antiprotozoal Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use; D006801:Humans; D016773:Leishmaniasis, Cutaneous / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000453:epidemiology / Q000469:parasitology / Q000628:therapy
D000981:Antiprotozoal Agents