Question 1

how soon do ocular myiasis symptoms appear?

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Late: Ocular myiasis or having fly larvae in the eye proper is an extremely rare condition. Usually seen in sheep some flys as they fly by skirt their eggs into sheep eyes.
In humans it can be on their hand and rubbed into eyes.  Symptoms occur weeks to months.  You can read: http://www.Nejm.Org/doi/full/10.1056/nejmicm075735. 

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Question 2

how do i cure myiasis?

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At home???: In many circles the first response to cutaneous myiasis once the breathing hole has formed, is to cover the air hole thickly with petroleum jelly. Lack of oxygen then forces the larva to the surface, where it can more easily be dealt with. First the larva must be eliminated through pressure around the lesion and the use of forceps. Secondly the wound must be cleaned and disinfected.

Question 3

how do you cure myiasis?

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Myiasis Treatment: The larvae are  surgically removed by a doctor or other medical professional. Most often daily  wound cleaning   is performed after the larvae are removed and  prescribed wound care is very important  to cure this condition.. Medication is used for certain types of larva.

Question 4

in the event u have myiasis is it advisable u leave the learve to live their life span in the body of the individual infested?

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Myiasis: No, although maggot therapy has been used to debride necrotic tissue in wounds, you are talking here about a malignant infestation. The larvae need to be  removed by a trained surgeon. The wound is cleaned daily after the larvae are removed. Proper hygiene of wounds is very important when treating myiasis. Sometimes medication is given, depending on the type of larva that causes the infestation.

Question 5

used old gloves to start cleaning stuff for several mins . the gloves felt wet, took them off and saw maggot larvae wriggling all over my hand, the liquid they were in smelt awful. washed my hands four times, what else should i do? scared of myiasis?

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: No, maggots are not harmful to your hands. In fact, they are used in certain specific case for cleaning an infected wound if a surgical wound debridement could be be performed.

Question 6

what type of doctor is appropriate for diagnosis and treatment of myiasis of eye socket/sinus?

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Oculopalstic and ENT: An oculoplastic is an specialized ophthalmologist that deals with orbit and lids.  Ear/Nose/Throat (ENT) deals with sinuses.

Question 7

what are the most common symptoms of post nasal drip?

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Throat irritation: Post nasal drip causes cough, a need to frequently clear the throat, and throat irritation.

Question 8

if i have post nasal drip and a slight cough should i be worried about covid-19 ? thats my only symptoms.

Accepted Answer

: If the cough has lasted more than 2 weeks, see a doctor. If you have not been vaccinated, get Covid vaccine. It is not feasible to say if it is Covid without doing the test.

Question 9

what is the cheapest way to get tested? i still have residual covid symptoms after having been really sick, but theyre telling me i cant get a test at kaiser unless its urgent. also, the nasal swab seems really uncomfortable, are there other optns

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State testing : I would check for a State testing facility which is free.  There is a throat swab option at some testing sites

Question 10

please help.  for 4 months and the past month its worsened. i have severe post nasal drip symptoms the sputum is basically clear.

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Any ear symptoms?: This is complicated. Was there head trauma, are you heavy set? Have you had recent sinus surgery? Do you have nasal congestion along with this. The causes can vary from simple allergic nasal discharge to spinal fluid discharge. It's a good idea to see an otolaryngologist to fully assess this.

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Used old gloves to start cleaning stuff for several mins . the gloves felt wet, took them off and saw maggot larvae wriggling all over my hand, the liquid they were in smelt awful. washed my hands four times, what else should i do? scared of myiasis?

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What type of doctor is appropriate for diagnosis and treatment of myiasis of eye socket/sinus?

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What are the most common symptoms of post nasal drip?

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If i have post nasal drip and a slight cough should i be worried about covid-19 ? thats my only symptoms.

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What is the cheapest way to get tested? i still have residual covid symptoms after having been really sick, but theyre telling me i cant get a test at kaiser unless its urgent. also, the nasal swab seems really uncomfortable, are there other optns

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Please help. for 4 months and the past month its worsened. i have severe post nasal drip symptoms the sputum is basically clear.

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