Anthrenus sp. and an Uncommon Cluster of Dermatitis

Abstract

We report patients in their homes in France who had cutaneous lesions caused by Anthrenus sp. larvae during the end of winter and into spring. These lesions mimic bites but are allergic reactions to larvae hairs pegged in the skin. These lesions should be distinguished from bites of bed bugs or fleas.

Keywords

• Anthrenus sp.
• carpet beetle
• insects
• insect pests
• parasites
• bed bugs