Pediatr. praxi. 2011;12(2):105-107
Parasitic diseases of skin and hair in children
- Dětská kožní ambulance, Dermatovenerologická klinika VFN a UK v Praze
The most common parasitic diseases in children are pediculosis and pulicosis; also, scabies occurs frequently. Recently, cases of cimicosis
have been reported. Trombidiasis is common in late summer. Parasitic conditions also include various insect bites and tick attachment.
Treatment needs to be aimed at not only eliminating the parasite and relieving skin manifestations, but also at preventing recurrence,
i. e. treating possible contacts and applying proper hygiene measures.
agents.
Keywords: parasitic skin infections, scabies, pediculosis, pulicosis, cimicosis, trombidiasis, tick attachment, insect bite, antiparasitic
Published: April 18, 2011 Show citation
