Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences Hospital Practices and Research 2476-390X 10 2 2025 06 01 Cutaneous Larva Migrans: Clinical Challenges and Insights from a Case Report with a Literature Review 691 694 222736 10.30491/hpr.2025.508338.1476 EN Taher Elmi Department of Parasitology and Mycology, School of Medicine, Arak University of Medical Sciences, Arak, Iran 0000-0002-4247-4445 Azam Ghorbannia Delavar Department of Biology, Payame Noor University (PNU), Tehran, Iran Majid Taheri Doctor of Medicine, General Practitioner, Arak, Iran Hossein Torkashvand Student Research Committee, School of Medicine, Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences, Sari, Iran Mojtaba Didehdar Department of Parasitology and Mycology, School of Medicine, Arak University of Medical Sciences, Arak, Iran Journal Article 2025 02 22 <strong>Background:</strong> Cutaneous larva migrans (CLM) is a parasitic infection caused by the accidental penetration of canine hookworm larvae into the superficial layers of human skin. Although typically self-limiting, delayed diagnosis may result in complications such as secondary infections or allergic reactions.<br><strong>Case Presentation:</strong> The case involved a 54-year-old man with a history of hypertension who presented with a creeping, erythematous lesion on his left leg, accompanied by severe pruritus and a history of contact with a pet dog. After confirming the dog’s hookworm infection and conducting further clinical evaluation, a diagnosis of CLM was established. Treatment with albendazole and an antihistamine resulted in complete resolution of the patient’s symptoms.<br><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Although CLM is typically a self-limiting condition, timely initiation of treatment can significantly reduce the duration and severity of symptoms. The growing trend of pet ownership has increased the risk of CLM transmission, underscoring the importance of implementing effective preventive measures. https://www.jhpr.ir/article_222736_95de64bf5247e483c3bff7b88e0ae061.pdf