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Ekbom’s syndrome or real ectoparasitosis? An unexpected outcome of hidden springtails

We report a neurocutaneous case of delusional parasitosis involving atypical bugs called Collembola or ‘‘springtails’’. Cases of springtails in association with humans are rare and are often discussed in the scientific community. This short clinical note focuses on the medical risk for diagnostic confusion arising from the accidental discovery of insects in the human environment, especially when skin symptoms are reported. A correct entomological identification avoids misdiagnosis and enables better medical care.