Nematodes: Cutaneous Larval Migrans

Question 1

What do Cutaneous Larval Migrans cause?

Answer 1

skin inflammation caused by migrating roundworm larva

Question 2

What are the causative agents of Cutaneous Larval Migrans?

3

Answer 2

1. Ancylostoma spp.
2. Uncinaria spp.
3. Strongyloides stercolaris

Question 3

What are the human symptoms/syndrome for Cutaneous Larval Migrans?

Answer 3

itchy, reddish, raised skin lesion that follows a serpentine pattern

Question 4

What are the animal symptoms/syndrome for Cutaneous Larval Migrans? (3)

Answer 4

1. anemia
2. diarrhea
3. malabsorption in puppies

Question 5

Where do Cutaneous Larval Migrans occur?

Answer 5

areas with warm moist climate and sandy soil

Question 6

How are Cutaneous Larval Migrans transmitted?

Answer 6

skin contact with infective larva in soil contaminated with dog and cat feces

Question 7

How are Cutaneous Larval Migrans diagnosed?

2

Answer 7

1. syndrome

2. history of exposure

Question 8

How are Cutaneous Larval Migrans treated?

3

Answer 8

1. antiparasitics
2. antipruritics
3. antibiotics

Question 9

How are Cutaneous Larval Migrans controlled?

3

Answer 9

1. Regular deworming of dogs and cats
2. Prohibition of dogs and cats on playgrounds and beaches
3. Wear protective clothing when in contact with potentially contaminated soil