Cutaneous larva migrans complicated by erythema multiforme.
Cutaneous larva migrans is an intensely pruritic serpiginous eruption caused by the dog or cat hookworm. Often, the disease is self-limiting and no other significant pathology develops; however, a significant localized inflammatory response to the nematode is extremely common. We present a case of cutaneous larva migrans in which a systemic inflammatory process ensued that was characteristic of erythema multiforme. We discuss possible mechanisms of this complication and review the literature.
Vaughan
T K
TK
Dermatology Service, Evans Army Community Hospital, Fort Carson, Colorado, USA.
English
J C
JC
D000293:Adolescent; D004892:Erythema Multiforme / Q000209:etiology*; D006801:Humans; D007815:Larva Migrans / Q000150:complications*; D008297:Male