Myiasis: A condition that is characterised by the invasion of the body by the larvae of flies. More detailed information about the symptoms, causes, and treatments of Myiasis is available below.
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The invasion of living tissues of man and other mammals by dipterous larvae. - (Source - Diseases Database)
Infestation of the body by the larvae of flies (usually through a wound or other opening) or any disease resulting from such infestation - (Source - WordNet 2.1)
Ophanet, a consortium of European partners,
currently defines a condition rare when it affects 1 person per 2,000.
They list Myiasis as a "rare disease".
Source - Orphanet
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