The Bern in humans, also known as myasis furonicular or furoonculous, is an infectious disease caused by the fly of the species Dermatobium hominis, which has a gray color, black stripes on the chest and a metallic blue belly. The larvae of this fly are able to penetrate the skin of the person, even if there are no wounds, and remain in the tissues, resulting in the appearance of a sore pus that causes a lot of pain.
These flies are usually found in humid places and with mountains, which is rare in northeastern Brazil, it is important to control them in these places. As soon as an indication of am bern appears, it is important that the larva be removed as soon as possible, otherwise this could lead to more infections, complicating the health of the person. Here are some natural ways to remove the fly from your skin.
- Once the eggs are deposited by the female fly.
- The larvae leave the eggs after about 6 days and are able to penetrate the skin quickly.
- Even if it is intact.
- Resulting in the appearance of certain signs and symptoms.
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Diagnosis of amma in humans is made by a dermatologist or infectious disease by looking at the signs and symptoms presented by the person.
It is important before removing the larva that is killed, otherwise the spines found in your body may become attached to the skin preventing its removal. One of the strategies for killing and eliminating the larva is asphyxiation, where a tape should be placed where the larva is and left for about 1 hour. Then remove the tape and check that the larva is glued, otherwise apply some pressure to the site to remove the larvae. It is important that the area is then treated with antibiotic ointments, which your doctor should recommend, to prevent infections.
The use of tweezers should only be done when, even with a slight compression, the larva does not come out, it is recommended that this is done by the doctor to avoid infections. In more severe cases, your doctor may recommend minor surgery to cut the skin and widen the opening, which removes the larva, or use pest control remedies to kill the fly’s larvae. Learn more about the medicine used to treat medications.