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Cutaneous leishmaniasis
Cutaneous leishmaniasis is a skin infection caused by a microscopic parasite called Leishmania. It causes ulcers or scabs which occur more frequently on exposed body parts such as the wrists, the ankles and lower legs, and the face.
- Organisation:
- Sydney Children's Hospitals Network
- Topic:
- Infections, Children's health
- Target audience:
- Parents or carers
- Service area:
- NSW
- Last reviewed:
- March 2024
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Cutaneous leishmaniasis
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