Disseminated strongyloidiasis

This article presents a case of a patient infected with HTLV-I and  Strongyloides stercoraliswho developed the disseminated form. There were purpuric reticulated periumbilical lesions as well as vibices on the patient ’s flanks. Histopathologic exam of a skin lesion revealed the presence of larvae in the deep reticular dermis. We emphasize the relevance of awareness regarding interaction between HTLV-1 and strongyloidiasis, besides identification of the cutaneous manifestations of the disease to reach an approp riate therapeutic diagnosis. 
Source: Acta Dermatovenerologica Croatica - Category: Dermatology Source Type: research