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Hookworm infection is an infection by a type of intestinal parasite known as a hookworm. [1] [5] ... usually on the foot or lower leg, known as ground itch.
Hookworms are intestinal, blood-feeding, parasitic roundworms that cause types of infection known as helminthiases. Hookworm infection is found in many parts of the world, [ 1 ] and is common in areas with poor access to adequate water, sanitation, and hygiene.
Cutaneous larva migrans (abbreviated CLM) is a skin disease in humans, caused by the larvae of various nematode parasites of the hookworm family (Ancylostomatidae).The parasites live in the intestines of dogs, cats, and wild animals; they should not be confused with other members of the hookworm family for which humans are definitive hosts, namely Ancylostoma duodenale and Necator americanus.
Hookworm: 900 to 1300 576–740 (hookworm in general) [89] In tropical and subtropical countries (Sub-Saharan Africa) [85] [88] Necator americanus: Strongyloides stercoralis: Hookworm, pinworm: 50 to 100 Thousands In moist rainy areas of the tropics and subtropics, in some areas of southern and eastern Europe and of the United States of America ...
Lifecycle of a hookworm Cutaneous larvae migrans. Necatoriasis is caused by N. americanus. N. americanus can be divided into two areas – larvae and adult stage. The third stage larvae are guided to human skin by following thermal gradients. [3] Typically, the larvae enter through the hands and feet following contact with contaminated soil.
Ancylostoma duodenale is a species of the roundworm genus Ancylostoma.It is a parasitic nematode worm and commonly known as the Old World hookworm. It lives in the small intestine especially the jejunum [citation needed] of definitive hosts, generally humans, [2]: 307–308 [3] where it is able to mate and mature.
Hookworm species are not easily distinguished from the gross appearance. The key diagnostic feature is the appearance of their mouths. The key diagnostic feature is the appearance of their mouths. Unlike other hookworms, A. ceylanicum has a mouth with cutting plate with a sharp dorsal end that looks like a tooth and a less distinct sharp ...
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