Ophthalmic zoster is a cutaneous condition a specific type of herpes zoster affecting the ophthalmic division of the fifth cranial nerve.Can occur in up to 10% of shingles. Hutchinson sign […]
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Brain injury
A brain injury is any injury occurring in the brain of a living organism. Brain injuries can be classified along several dimensions. Primary and secondary brain injury are ways to […]
Lizard bite
Lizard bite is a cutaneous condition caused by bites from various lizards including the poisonous gila monster (Heloderma suspectum).
Scorpion sting
Scorpion stings are a cutaneous condition caused by the stinging of scorpions usually resulting in pain paresthesia and variable swelling. The anatomical part of the scorpion that delivers the sting […]
Pulicosis
Pulicosis (also known as flea bites) is a skin condition caused by several species of fleas including the cat flea (Ctenocephalides felis) and dog flea (Ctenocephalides canis). This condition can […]
Ant venom
Ant venom are irritants and toxins inflicted by ants. Most ants like those in the genus Crematogaster spray a venom the main constituent of which is formic acid.
Blister beetle dermatitis
Blister beetle dermatitis is a cutaneous condition that occurs after contact with any of several types of beetles including those from the Meloidae and Oedemeridae families. Blister beetles secrete an […]
Pediculosis corporis
Pediculosis corporis (also known as Pediculosis vestimenti and Vagabond’s disease) is a cutaneous condition caused by body lice (specifically Pediculus corporis) that lay their eggs in the seams of clothing.
Millipede burn
Millipede burns are a cutaneous condition caused by some millipedes that secrete a toxic liquid that causes a brownish pigmentation or burn when it comes into contact with the skin. […]
Centipede bite
A centipede bite is an injury resulting from the action of a centipede’s forcipules pincer-like appendages that pierce the skin and inject venom into the wound. Such a wound is […]