Cutaneous pili migrans
| Cutaneous pili migrans | |
|---|---|
| Symptoms | Creeping dot or thread under skin |
| Causes | Trauma, no cause |
| Diagnostic method | Appearance |
| Differential diagnosis | Cutaneous larva migrans |
| Treatment | Remove hair |
| Prognosis | Good |
| Frequency | Rare |
Cutaneous pili migrans (CMP) is a piece of hair embedded in skin, typically appearing as a dark or reddish creeping dot or thread, in a similar presentation to cutaneous larva migrans. There may be associated pain, though generally no itch.