Diseases Caused by Arthropods and other Noxious Animals

Blistering Beetle Dermatitis: An Outbreak

“…Maximum incidence in our area was also in May. The beetles are attracted by artificial light and breed in damp places [2,3]. The humidity during April to July is very high in Punjab thereby providing ideal conditions for breeding.…”

Mass scabies management in an orphanage of rural community: An experience

“…14 Various options for the treatment of scabies exist. 9,15 Local application of 2e10% Sulphur in petroleum base, 10% Crotamiton ointment, 25% Benzyl Benzoate lotion, 1% Lindane cream/lotion, 5% Permethrin cream and oral Ivermectin 200 mg/kg body weight. Topical treatment of scabies suffers from certain disadvantages like being cumbersome, timeconsuming, associated with treatment failure due to poor compliance, insufficient application of scabicide, inappropriate frequency or technique of application, and inadequate treatment of close contacts.…”

“…1) after 24 h and then once weekly for 3 weeks thereafter. 9 However, all children were followed up for 6 weeks for effectiveness of control measures. Anti histamine syrup/tab was given to all those who complained of burning sensation and itching after application of topical BB lotion.…”

Ophthalmomyiasis and Basal Cell Carcinoma: a Case Report

“…Myiasis is classified based on many factors such as the location of larvae embedded, causative agents and relationship between the host and the parasite (2,3). Based on the infestation location, it is categorized into cutaneous, subcutaneous, cavitary, intestinal, urinary and vaginal (4).…”