Vesicular Eruption Secondary to Bites by Larval Amblyomma americanum

Cutis. 2022 Apr;109(4):224-227. doi: 10.12788/cutis.0497.

Abstract

Tick-borne illness is an increasingly concerning cause of human infectious disease. Not only do ticks transmit disease, but their bites also may cause impressive local reactions. This report highlights a case of a widespread vesicular eruption secondary to bites by larval Amblyomma americanum sustained by a 58-year-old woman. This case posed a diagnostic challenge because of the unusually large number and wide distribution of bites as well as the subsequent vesicular reaction that ensued. It is necessary for dermatologists in tick-endemic areas to keep tick bites in the differential when evaluating vesicular eruptions. In addition, it is important for dermatologists to be aware of the tick species in their area.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Amblyomma
  • Animals
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Larva
  • Middle Aged
  • Tick Bites* / complications
  • Ticks*