Tungiasis

An infestation with the flea TUNGA PENETRANS causing inflammation, pruritus, and pain, in both humans and other mammals. There is a high incidence of secondary infections such as BACTEREMIA and TETANUS.

Year introduced: 2011

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Tree Number(s): C01.610.858.211.250.800

MeSH Unique ID: D058285

Previous Indexing:

• Ectoparasitic Infestations (1979-2010)
• Skin Diseases, Parasitic (1972-2010)

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Diseases Category
Infections
Parasitic Diseases
Skin Diseases, Parasitic
Ectoparasitic Infestations
Flea Infestations
Tungiasis