[Argas reflexus, the pigeon tick. A case report].
The importance of this case, an episode of anaphylactic reaction for Argas reflexus, the pigeon tick, is due to the ever-increasing presence in urban areas of the pigeon. The knowledge of existence of this parasite and of his biological characteristics is essential to make a correct and timely diagnosis, to avoid the frequent relapse of symptoms, to take the necessary therapeutical and preventive measures.
Poggiato
Manuela
M
Reparto Medicina 2, Ospedale, Vizzolo Predabissi, Milano.
D000322:Adrenergic Agonists / Q000627:therapeutic use; D000707:Anaphylaxis / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000188:drug therapy* / Q000276:immunology*; D000818:Animals; D000893:Anti-Inflammatory Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use; D026864:Argas / Q000276:immunology* / Q000472:pathogenicity*; D001733:Bites and Stings / Q000150:complications*; D010856:Columbidae / Q000469:parasitology*; D004359:Drug Therapy, Combination; D004837:Epinephrine / Q000627:therapeutic use; D006801:Humans; D006854:Hydrocortisone / Q000627:therapeutic use; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D012008:Recurrence; D013984:Tick Infestations; D016896:Treatment Outcome
D000322:Adrenergic Agonists; D000893:Anti-Inflammatory Agents; D006854:Hydrocortisone; D004837:Epinephrine