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Samuel Asanad1, Bhakti Panchal1, Wuqaas M Munir1
1Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, University of Maryland School of Medicine Baltimore, Maryland, USA.
American Journal of Clinical and Experimental Immunology
|July 17, 2023
Summary
Phthiriasis palpebrarum, an eyelash infestation by crab lice, is often misdiagnosed. This case study demonstrates effective treatment of this condition using tea tree oil, an essential oil with antimicrobial properties.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Parasitology
- Dermatology
Background:
- Phthiriasis palpebrarum is an uncommon infestation of the eyelashes by *Pthirus pubis*.
- It is frequently misdiagnosed as blepharitis, leading to inappropriate treatment.
- Current treatment options for phthiriasis palpebrarum are varied and their efficacy is inconsistent.
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