About The Medical Condition Loiases

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Loiases

Loiases Medical Condition Defined & Explained
Loiases Medical Condition

What's The Definition Of The Medical Condition Loiases?

A parasitic infection caused by the nematode Loa loa. The vector in the transmission of this infection is the horsefly (Tabanus) or the deerfly or mango fly (Chrysops). The larvae may be seen just beneath the skin or passing through the conjunctiva. Eye lesions are not uncommon. The disease is generally mild and painless.

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