Tungiasis Flashcards
1
Q
What causes tungiasis?
A
Tunga penetrans female flea burrows into skin
2
Q
What are the signs of tungiasis?
A
Brown boil with central orifice
Very itchy and painful
Secondary bacterial infections
3
Q
Where do you find tungiasis?
A
Tropical and subtropical regions
4
Q
How do you identify a tunga penetrans flea?
A
Flatter triangle head
No pronotal or genial combs
No meral rod
5
Q
How do you treat tungiasis?
A
Self limiting if minimal exposure Cover with dimethicone Surgically extract but don't break flea Topical antibiotics Tetanus
6
Q
How do you prevent tungiasis?
A
Wear shoes Concrete house floor Rodent control Good pet care Distribute topical treatments
