Bacon Therapy and Furuncular Myiasis

Brewer, Timothy F.; Wilson, Mary E.; González, Ernesto; Felsenstein, Donna

doi:10.1001/jama.1993.03510170077034

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“…Many treatment regimes exist and have been documented with varying results [7]. Infestation of the tissues of humans by larvae hatching from eggs laid by non-biting flies on wet clothes, animal faeces and other humid objects.…”

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An unusual case of myiasis

Messahel¹,

Sen²,

Wilson³

et al. 2010

Journal of Infection and Public Health

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Myiasis-the feeding of fly larvae on living mammals, may have various clinical presentations depending on the tissues or organs involved. Myiasis is a common travel associated skin disorder as a consequence of short visits to developing countries. It is the fourth most common travel associated disease. The most common clinical manifestations of fly larvae infestation include inflammatory and allergic reactions. Ear, eye and respiratory tract infestations are not uncommon and the human botfly Dermatobia hominis is the most recognised causative organism. We present an unusual case report of a myiasis in the upper lip of a patient admitted under the maxillofacial team at South Manchester Hospital.

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“…Spontaneous expulsion of the larvae has also been reported to occur with a number of traditional methods including the application of bacon fat, wax, glue, chewing gum, and nail polish to the affected tissue [7]. Once a larvae has been asphyxiated by occlusion of the punctum if not spontaneously expelled, it must be surgically removed.…”

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An unusual case of myiasis

Messahel¹,

Sen²,

Wilson³

et al. 2010

Journal of Infection and Public Health

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“…A number of ingenious remedies used in the tropics to treat D. hominis myiasis have been described; these may also be applied to furuncular myiasis caused by other fly species. Application of a heavy oil, occlusive ointment, pork fat, bacon, or even a mixture of saliva, tobacco, and chewing gum interrupts the larva's respiration, forcing it to migrate to the surface of the lesion, from where it can be removed easily [55]. Contemporary treatment approaches include surgical removal of the larvae in toto by making a small incision to open the cavity; local anesthetic is used.…”

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Autochthonous Furuncular Myiasis in the United States: Case Report and Literature Review

2003

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Most cases of furuncular myiasis in the United States are acquired during travel to other countries. Autochthonous cases are infrequently reported and are most often due to accidental infestation of humans by larvae of flies belonging to the genus Cuterebra, commonly known as "rabbit bot flies" or "rodent bot flies." We describe a case of furuncular myiasis due to Cuterebra larvae in the hand of a patient residing in Wisconsin. The infestation was acquired while the patient gardened near a seepage lake during August. The patient developed papular lesions on the hand and received therapy for presumed bacterial furunculosis, which did not lead to improvement. Retrieval of one of the larvae from the patient permitted identification of the causative agent, and application of an occlusive ointment resulted in complete cure. North American cuterebrid myiasis is rare, and the diagnosis is frequently delayed. Myiasis should be considered when treating patients with refractory furunculosis.

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“…In Africa, this is accomplished by applying an available occlusive, such as paraffin, bacon fat, or other lard, over the lesions. 10 Within an hour, the larva frequently emerges from the furuncular opening. In North America, petroleum or lubricating jelly may be used and covered with an occlusive transparent adhesive.…”

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Cutaneous Myiasis Masquerading as Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus aureus

Lopez

Coris²

2013

Clinical Journal of Sport Medicine

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Numerous factors place athletes at increased risk for cutaneous infections, and as such, they are a common complaint in athletic training rooms. Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) is an increasingly common etiology, and given its severe sequelae, a high index of suspicion in this population is justified. We present 2 cases of college athletes who presented to the athletic training room with findings suspicious for MRSA infection. However, after further investigation, the true diagnosis of myiasis was reached. These cases highlight the importance of asking athletes about recent travel and considering a broad differential diagnosis when evaluating furuncular lesions.

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Bacon Therapy and Furuncular Myiasis

Cited by 89 publications

References 16 publications

An unusual case of myiasis

An unusual case of myiasis

Autochthonous Furuncular Myiasis in the United States: Case Report and Literature Review

Cutaneous Myiasis Masquerading as Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus aureus

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