What’s Biting in Cameroon?

A teen from Cameroon has a high parasite load and 17% Eosinophilia. Learn about the vector responsible for transmitting Loa loa and its clinical presentation.

Chrysops fly


Which vector was responsible for infecting this 14-year-old immigrant from Cameroon?

What is the most likely diagnosis?

Chrysops fly
Mosquito
Reduviid bug
Sand fly
Tsetse fly

Chrysops fly, Eosinophilia, Loa loa, Loiasis, Tropical Medicine

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