Letter (ALN).- Last week, at least five cases migratory larva infestation in Bolívar state Venezuela, the largest in the country.
And despite the reaction of surprise and alarm in some cases, few people know what kind of disease it is, how to treat it and prevent it.
What is a migratory larva?
First of all, you need to know that this is an infection caused by larvae of parasites that live in the intestines of dogs and cats. The most common parasites are the helminths Ancylostoma braziliense or Ancylostoma caninum.
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These parasites can enter the body through the skin through contact with soil contaminated with animal feces, especially in places with sand, heat and humidity.
Therefore, the infection It is known as the “sand parasite”.
general symptoms
The most common symptoms of a migratory larva are red, sinuous lines on the skin that form a path that increases over time, and severe itching that gets worse at night
These injuries usually affect the feet, lower legs, buttocks, or thighs. In some cases, the larvae can reach the eyeball and cause vision problems, redness, pain, and white spots in the pupil.
Care
Treatment of migratory larvae it is based on the use of antiparasitic agents such as albendazole, thiabendazole or mebendazole for 5 days. Corticosteroid eye drops or tablets can also be used for eye problems.
The best way to prevent larvae from migrating is to avoid walking barefoot in areas that can be contaminated with dog or cat feces, such as beaches, gardens, or sandboxes. It is also recommended to regularly collect pet feces and deworm them.
According to El Pais.
