A 36-Year-Old Man Who Just Returned from a Vacation in the Caribbean

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A 36-year-old man who just returned from a vacation in the Caribbean complains of an intensely pruritic skin rash. He spent a lot of time outdoors on the beach and applied sunscreen daily. He initially thought the rash was an allergic reaction, but it began expanding. The affected area is shown in the photograph.

Which of the following is the most likely diagnosis?
A)Cutaneous leishmaniasis
B)Larva migrans
C)Mycetoma
D)Swimmer's itch

Definitions:

Anorexia Nervosa

An eating disorder characterized by an intense fear of gaining weight and a distorted body image, leading to severe restriction of food intake and excessive weight loss.

Thinking Patterns

Cognitive habits or styles that consistently influence how an individual interprets and responds to situations.

Feeding Disorders

Disorders characterized by an abnormal relationship with food, including inadequate or excessive intake, which can significantly impair physical health or psychosocial functioning.

Eating Disorders

Mental disorders defined by abnormal or disturbed eating habits that negatively affect a person's health and well-being.