CDC: Swimmer's Itch (Cercarial Dermatitis)
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Scan day: 13 February 2014 UTC
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Description: Factsheet about this infection and its public health significance.
CDC 24/7: Saving Lives. Protecting People.â„¢ Swimmer's itch, also called cercarial dermatitis, appears as a skin rash caused by an allergic reaction to certain parasites that infect some birds and mammals. These microscopic parasites are released from infected snails into fresh and salt water (such as lakes, ponds, and oceans). While the parasite's preferred host is the specific bird or mammal, if the parasite comes into contact with a swimmer, it burrows into the skin causing an allergic reaction and rash. Swimmer's itch is found throughout the world and is more frequent during summer months. Most cases of swimmer's itch do not require medical attention.
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| Page title: | CDC - Cercarial Dermatitis |
| Keywords: | Cercarial Dermatitis, swimmer's itch |
| Description: | Education and information about Cercarial Dermatitis, also known as Swimmer's Itch, including frequently asked questions, biology and life cycle information and publications. |
| IP-address: | 88.221.132.185 |
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