Myiasis in oral cavity: a report of 2 cases

Myiasis is a disease caused by the invasion of tissues by the larvae of flies. Herein, we present 2 cases of this disease. Case 1: a 47-year-old male patient with diabetes mellitus, hypertension, malnutrition, and mental disorders was hospitalized for sequelae of stroke. The intraoral examination revealed poor hygiene and the presence of an ulcerated lesion with a whitish border in the left upper lip mucosa showing larvae with wriggling movement. Case 2: an 11-year-old male patient diagnosed with cerebral palsy and West syndrome.
Source: Oral Surgery, Oral Medicine, Oral Pathology, Oral Radiology, and Endodontics - Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Source Type: research