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External ophthalmomyiasis: A case report.

Authors :
Al-Amry, Mohammad
Al-Saikhan, Fahad I.
Al-Dahmash, Saad
Source :
Saudi Journal of Ophthalmology; Oct2014, Vol. 28 Issue 4, p322-324, 3p, 1 Color Photograph
Publication Year :
2014

Abstract

Ophthalmomyiasis is an infestation of the eye with larvae of most common sheep nasal botfly (Oestrus ovis). We describe a case of ophthalmomyiasis in a 50-year-old man who presented with ocular foreign body sensation, redness and tearing. The causative larvae were removed in the emergency room and sent to laboratory for identification. The patient symptoms improved after topical treatment with antibiotics–steroid combination therapy. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
13194534
Volume :
28
Issue :
4
Database :
Supplemental Index
Journal :
Saudi Journal of Ophthalmology
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
161254343
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.sjopt.2013.08.002