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Tungiasis  

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  • mesh:Descriptor

Definition

  • An infestation with the flea TUNGA PENETRANS causing inflammation, pruritus, and pain, in both humans and other mammals. There is a high incidence of secondary infections such as BACTEREMIA and TETANUS.

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http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/JVR-RFZW9196-J

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