Ophthalmomyiasis externa caused by Oestrus ovis: a case report from Puducherry
Journal Title: Scholars Journal of Applied Medical Sciences - Year 2016, Vol 4, Issue 5
Abstract
Oestrus ovis ophthalmomyiasis is an uncommon entity and the diagnosis may often be missed. A 62-year-old farmer from Puducherry, presented with severe symptoms of conjunctivitis. The larvae were observed in the bulbar conjunctiva, and following removal, the symptoms improved within a few hours. Very few cases are documented from Puducherry. This case report will throw light on the aspect of considering myiasis as a possibility of conjunctivitis. Keywords: Oestrus ovis, ophthalmomyiasis, conjunctivitis, Puducherry.
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Jayavarthinni M, Malini A, Ezhilvathani N, Amudha P
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