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<p><i>Nasal Myiasis: A Distressing Parasitic Condition</i>&#xa0;The term “myiasis” refers to the parasitic infestation of live human or vertebrate animal hosts by the larvae of dipterous flies. In the head and neck region, the nasal cavity is most commonly affected. Infestation of the nasal cavity by dipterous larvae is specifically known as nasal myiasis. Nasal myiasis is a rare condition worldwide but is relatively common in tropical countries due to the hot and humid climate. This condition predominantly affects individuals from lower socioeconomic backgrounds, often associated with poor nasal hygiene. Risk factors include extremes of age, the habit of sleeping outdoors during the day, and living in rural areas. Various predisposing factors have been identified, including atrophic rhinitis, immunocompromised states such as uncontrolled diabetes mellitus, midline granulomatous lesions or malignancies, and malnutrition accompanied by poor hygiene. The primary symptoms of nasal myiasis include epistaxis, foul-smelling nasal discharge, pain, and the passage of worms from the nose. The maggots burrow into host tissues, posing a significant risk of both local and distant complications. Major complications include maxillary sinusitis, which is commonly observed in all cases, and diffuse facial cellulitis. In a few instances, severe complications such as septal perforation, saddling of the nose, and palatal perforation have been reported. Treatment involves the manual removal of maggots, often facilitated by the application of turpentine oil and nasal douching. Nasal endoscopy is considered a superior method, as it allows for the removal of maggots under direct visualization. Additionally, managing underlying conditions such as uncontrolled blood sugar, blood pressure, and compromised immunity is vital for effective treatment. Raising awareness among healthcare professionals and the community is essential to prevent and manage this distressing condition, emphasizing the importance of maintaining good hygiene and ensuring early medical intervention.</p>

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Nasal Nightmares: Unmasking the Mysteries of Nasal Myiasis

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    2025年10月24日

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  • Karthikeyan Padmanabhan,
  • Kirubhagaran Ravichandran,
  • Sahana Vijaykumar

摘要

Nasal Myiasis: A Distressing Parasitic Condition The term “myiasis” refers to the parasitic infestation of live human or vertebrate animal hosts by the larvae of dipterous flies. In the head and neck region, the nasal cavity is most commonly affected. Infestation of the nasal cavity by dipterous larvae is specifically known as nasal myiasis. Nasal myiasis is a rare condition worldwide but is relatively common in tropical countries due to the hot and humid climate. This condition predominantly affects individuals from lower socioeconomic backgrounds, often associated with poor nasal hygiene. Risk factors include extremes of age, the habit of sleeping outdoors during the day, and living in rural areas. Various predisposing factors have been identified, including atrophic rhinitis, immunocompromised states such as uncontrolled diabetes mellitus, midline granulomatous lesions or malignancies, and malnutrition accompanied by poor hygiene. The primary symptoms of nasal myiasis include epistaxis, foul-smelling nasal discharge, pain, and the passage of worms from the nose. The maggots burrow into host tissues, posing a significant risk of both local and distant complications. Major complications include maxillary sinusitis, which is commonly observed in all cases, and diffuse facial cellulitis. In a few instances, severe complications such as septal perforation, saddling of the nose, and palatal perforation have been reported. Treatment involves the manual removal of maggots, often facilitated by the application of turpentine oil and nasal douching. Nasal endoscopy is considered a superior method, as it allows for the removal of maggots under direct visualization. Additionally, managing underlying conditions such as uncontrolled blood sugar, blood pressure, and compromised immunity is vital for effective treatment. Raising awareness among healthcare professionals and the community is essential to prevent and manage this distressing condition, emphasizing the importance of maintaining good hygiene and ensuring early medical intervention.