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Ground itch

Ground itch refers to the inflammatory reaction resulting from certain helminthic invasions into the skin.

The responsible agents include:

  • Threadworms
    • Strongyloides stercoralis
  • Hookworms
    • Ancylostoma duodenale
    • Necator americanus
    • Ancylostoma braziliense

Usage examples of "ground itch".

Elric fell on his back, feeling the ground itch and crawl beneath him, but the shield was still in one piece.