👉 Pteralyxia is a type of parasitic infection that affects the skin, causing it to become inflamed and red, with pus or pus-like fluid seeping out from the site of the infection. It can also spread through bites, scratches, or other direct contact with infected skin. Pteralyxia can be caused by various parasites, including roundworms, ciliates, and protozoans, although it is more commonly associated with roundworms due to their prevalence in many
