Loa loa infection is a parasitic infection that is caused by the parasitic worm Loa Loa. Many infected individuals will be asymptomatic but some will have loiasis which is a itchy, non-painful swellings of the body. The swelling can occur anywhere on the body but are most likely to occur near the joints. Some individuals will develop an eye worm that crawls across the surface of the eye.
The parasite is generally found in certain rain forests in West and Central Africa.
Transmission
Transmission occurs when an individual is bitten by an infected deer fly. Isolation Precautions
Standard precautions are recommended in healthcare settings.
Prevention for Patients
Prevention methods include:
Prevention methods include:
- wearing long pants and long-sleeved shirts
If you are going to an affected areas for a long period of time you may be able to reduce your risk of infection by taking DEC. Please consult your provider for more information.
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