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Bilateral ocular myiasis interna caused by botfly (Oestrus ovis): a case report
Ocular Immunology and Inflammation
|November 24, 2011
Summary
The sheep nasal botfly, Oestrus ovis, can infest humans, causing ocular myiasis interna. This report details a rare case of bilateral ocular myiasis interna in an Indian boy.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Entomology
- Ophthalmology
- Parasitology
Background:
- Oestrus ovis, a sheep nasal botfly, is an obligatory parasite of sheep.
- Larvae typically infest sheep nasal cavities and frontal sinuses.
- Human myiasis, particularly ocular myiasis interna, is rare.
Observation:
- A case of bilateral ocular myiasis interna was observed.
- The affected individual was an Indian boy with an imported case.
- This highlights the potential for Oestrus ovis to cause severe ocular disease in humans.
Findings:
- The case involved bilateral ocular myiasis interna, a rare manifestation of Oestrus ovis infestation.
- This underscores the zoonotic potential of Oestrus ovis.
- Prompt diagnosis and management are crucial for preventing vision loss.
Implications:
- Increased awareness among clinicians regarding Oestrus ovis as a potential cause of ocular myiasis.
- Importance of considering parasitic infections in ophthalmology, especially in travelers.
- Need for public health measures to control Oestrus ovis in livestock populations.
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