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A case of tick bite

S Hara, Y Takei, N Shiga

    Japanese Journal of Ophthalmology
    |January 1, 1982
    PubMed
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    A rare case of tick infestation on the eyelid was successfully treated by mechanical removal. Examination confirmed no retained mouth parts, with only minor hair loss as a complication.

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    Area of Science:

    • Ophthalmology
    • Medical Entomology
    • Parasitology

    Background:

    • Eyelid infestations by ticks are uncommon, posing diagnostic and treatment challenges.
    • Ixodes ovatus Neumann is a known tick species that can parasitize humans.

    Observation:

    • A 30-year-old woman presented with an infestation of Ixodes ovatus Neumann on her right superior eyelid.
    • The tick was removed using forceps after topical application of benzine.
    • Post-removal examination revealed no retained mouth parts in the eyelid.

    Findings:

    • Microscopic examination of the removed tick mouth parts was performed using a scanning electron microscope.
    • The primary complication observed was focal trichotillosis (hair loss) in the affected eyelid area.
    • No other significant complications were noted following the tick removal.

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    Implications:

    • This case highlights the importance of recognizing and managing ectoparasitic infestations in the ocular region.
    • The study discusses the tick's attachment mechanism and effective mechanical removal techniques.
    • Understanding these aspects can improve clinical management of similar rare presentations.