Atypical subcutaneous nodule-type paragonimiasis in 3 children: case series.

OBJECTIVE

To analyze the clinical characteristics of atypical subcutaneous nodule-type paragonimiasis in children and accumulate experience in its diagnosis and treatment.

METHODS

A retrospective analysis was conducted on the clinical data of 3 pediatric cases with atypical subcutaneous nodule-type paragonimiasis.

RESULTS

All patients had a clear epidemiological history, significantly elevated peripheral blood eosinophils and positive Paragonimus antibodies. Oral praziquantel achieved excellent therapeutic effects, and surgery could serve as an adjuvant treatment.

CONCLUSION

Paragonimiasis presents with complex and diverse clinical manifestations, and its clinical symptoms and signs lack specificity. Attention should be paid to taking a detailed epidemiological history; elevated eosinophils and positive Paragonimus antibodies are helpful for diagnosis. Oral praziquantel combined with adjuvant surgical treatment can yield good clinical outcomes.