Myiasis

The infection of a fly larva (maggot) in human tissue, which most commonly occurs in tropical climates. Affected tissues most commonly include skin, especially if open wounds are present, nasal passages, ears, and eyes.

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Treatment of Myiasis of middle ear?? Chief Complaints Pus discharge from ears since 1 month. Investigations Pus cu...See More

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Requires application of medicated turpentine oil drops or paraffin or chloroform in light vegetable oil, or ether drops instilled in the concerned ear, with removal of the larvae under local anesthesia. Give ivermectin inj alternative days...


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Lab 5 years old dog myisis in left ear ink Hitek platina was given

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Successfully treated and was discharged


60/F Right Nasal Myiasis.

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Can ivermectin be given in myiasis in place of thiabendazole/niridazole?

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