How is myiasis treated?

How is myiasis treated?

The larvae need to be surgically removed by a medical professional. Typically, the wound is cleaned daily after the larvae are removed. Proper hygiene of wounds is very important when treating myiasis. Sometimes medication is given, depending on the type of larva that causes the problem.

How did I get myiasis?

You may have gotten an infection from accidentally ingesting larvae, from having flies lay eggs near an open wound or sore, or through your nose or ears. People can also be bitten by mosquitoes or ticks that harbor larvae. In tropical areas, where the infection is most likely to occur, some flies lay their eggs on drying clothes that are hung outside.

How can I prevent infection with myiasis?

Take extra care going to tropical areas and spending a lot of time outside. Cover your skin to limit the area open to bites from flies, mosquitoes, and ticks. Use insect repellant and follow Travelers Health guidelines.

In areas where myiasis is known to occur, protect yourself by using window screens and mosquito nets.

In tropical areas, iron any clothes that were put on the line to dry.

Should I be concerned about spreading infection to the rest of my household?

No. Myiasis is not spread from person to person. The only way to get myiasis is through flies, ticks, and mosquitoes.

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