Diabetic Foot Files

Myiasis Explained: How Flies Target Wounds and How to Prevent Infestation


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This episode explains myiasis (maggot infestation of wounds): how and why flies lay eggs in wounds, the lifecycle from egg to adult fly, risk factors (especially in diabetes), clinical signs, complications like infection, and urgent management steps.

It also covers prevention strategies, differences between medical (sterile) maggot therapy and wild infestations, and practical advice on when to seek immediate medical care.

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