Parasitic Infections of the Skin
Detailed information on the most common parasitic infections of the skin, including creeping eruption, lice, and scabies
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The Medical Dermatology Program at Massachusetts General Hospital is a full-service dermatology practice that provides care for all skin, hair and nail conditions.
Parasitic Infections of the Skin
Parasites on the skin are usually small insects or worms that burrow into the skin to live there or lay their eggs. Click on the links below to learn more about this topic.
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