Tissue Nematodes - ONCHOCERCA VOLVULUS Flashcards

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Transmission of Onchocerca volvulus

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FEMALE BLACKFLY (Stimulium)

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Clinical Findings in Onchocerciasis

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dermal nodules
hanging groin deformity
lizard skin

RIVER BLINDNESS

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Treatment of Onchocerciasis

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Ivermectin

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