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  • Medical Entomology
  • Tropical Medicine
  • Oral Pathology

Background:

  • Oral myiasis (fly-blown disease) is an uncommon condition with limited literature.
  • It involves infestation of oral tissues by fly larvae, presenting unique clinical challenges.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide a concise review of oral myiasis.
  • To highlight its epidemiology, clinical presentation, and management.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of oral myiasis cases and existing studies.

Main Results:

  • Oral myiasis is more prevalent in tropical/subtropical regions but increasing globally.
  • Symptoms include pain, swelling, itching, and a sensation of movement in the mouth.
  • Various fly species can cause oral infestation.

Conclusions:

  • Oral myiasis, though rare, requires recognition due to increasing global prevalence.
  • Prompt surgical debridement and maggot removal are the mainstay of treatment.