title: Orbital Myiasis with Scalp Pediculosis and Buccal Abscess-An Uncommon Presentation.
abstract: We present a case of severe orbital myiasis caused byOsteris ovis, also known as sheep nasal botfly which is an uncommon manifestation of maggot infestation. Our patient was successfully treated with oral as well as topical ivermectin. The experience of ivermectin as an anti-parasitic agent in the treatment of orbital myiasis, although a known entity, is still limited among medical professionals including ophthalmologists. Thus, we would like to highlight the role of oral ivermectin as an anti-parasitic agent in the treatment of orbital myiasis facilitating the removal of maggots; thus, precluding the need for exploratory surgery.
authors.affiliation: Assistant Professor, Department of Internal Medicine, Himalayan Institute of Hospital Trust , Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India .
authors.forename: Nidhi
authors.initials: N
authors.lastname: Kaeley
authors.affiliation: Professor, Department of Internal Medicine, Himalayan Institute of Hospital Trust , Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India .
authors.forename: Rajeev Mohan
authors.initials: RM
authors.lastname: Kaushik
authors.affiliation: Resident, Department of Internal Medicine, Himalayan Institute of Hospital Trust , Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India .
authors.forename: Richa
authors.initials: R
authors.lastname: Rajput
authors.affiliation: Professor, Department of Ophthalmology, Himalayan Institute of Hospital Trust , Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India .
authors.forename: Renu
authors.initials: R
authors.lastname: Dhasmana
authors.affiliation: Professor, Department of Internal Medicine, Himalayan Institute of Hospital Trust , Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India .
authors.forename: Anurag
authors.initials: A
authors.lastname: Bhargava
keywords: Ivermectin; Maggot infestation; Osteris ovis