Larva Migrans Profundus

Larva Migrans Profundus

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Contributed byKrish Tangella MD, MBAMar 11, 2018

The topic Larva Migrans Profundus you are seeking is a synonym, or alternative name, or is closely related to the medical condition Gnathostomiasis.

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  • Gnathostomiasis is a rare, food-borne infection, caused by a species of parasitic worms (nematodes) called Gnathostoma
  • Two species of Gnathostoma can cause infection, namely Gnathostoma spinigerum and Gnathostoma hispidum. Nevertheless, the former is more likely to cause infection in humans than the later
  • The transmission of infection occurs by eating undercooked or raw freshwater fish, frogs, eels, birds, or reptiles. The infection is most common in Southeast Asia. However, Gnathostomiasis cases have been reported in other parts of the world
  • The affected individuals develop swelling/bulges under the skin that can migrate to various locations on the body. On rare occasions, the parasite can enter the liver, eye, nerves, spinal cord, or brain, causing severe complications
  • Blood tests are the chief mode of diagnoses for Gnathostomiasis. The infection is treated with prescription medications or surgery, to remove the worm following a diagnosis
  • Since the infection spreads from consumption of raw/undercooked meat, cooking meat adequately is the best way to prevent one from being infected
  • The outcomes are good for Gnathostomiasis, since the infection can be successfully treated with proper clinical care

Please find comprehensive information on Gnathostomiasis regarding definition, distribution, risk factors, causes, signs & symptoms, diagnosis, complications, treatment, prevention, prognosis, and additional useful information HERE.

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