Orf Infection on the Scalp of a Taiwanese Woman: A Case Report and Literature Review

Background: Orf, or ecthyma contagiosum, is a zoonosis caused by Parapoxvirus that infects sheep and goats. Human transmission typically occurs in persons in contact with the infected animals or contaminated fomites and environment. In humans, it generally occurs as solitary or multiple skin lesions...

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Main Authors: Shiow-Jen Juang, Khin-Than Win, Yen-Lin Chen, Hung-Wen Chen, Pai-Shan Cheng
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2023-01-01
Series:Life
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2075-1729/13/2/358