Buruli ulcer is a cutaneous mycobacterial disease caused by Mycobacterium ulcerans, whose incidence is increasing steadily, especially in West Africa. This study reports a first documented case of M. ulcerans infection which can be attributed to a water bug bite at the site of the primary lesion.
Keywords: Buruli ulcer; Insect; Mycobacterium ulcerans; Transmission; Water bugs.
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