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Myiasis (Fly Larvae Infestation)

Myiasis occurs when fly larvae infest wounds or other tissues.

Myiasis occurs when fly larvae infest wounds or other tissues. Prompt veterinary assessment is needed to identify the infestation and manage tissue damage.

Editorial overview based on the linked VCA resource; this is not the complete original handout. Prepared 2026-10-03; not veterinarian-reviewed. Diagnosis and treatment, including medication choice and dose, require veterinary guidance.

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