Tunga
Tungiasis
Ectoparasitic Infestations
Control of tungiasis through intermittent application of a plant-based repellent: an intervention study in a resource-poor community in Brazil. (1/8)
(+info)Arthropod-borne diseases in Italy: from a neglected matter to an emerging health problem. (2/8)
(+info)Topographic distribution of the sand flea Tunga penetrans in Wistar rats and humans in two endemic areas in Brazil. (3/8)
(+info)Knowledge, attitude and practices on jigger infestation among household members aged 18 to 60 years: case study of a rural location in Kenya. (4/8)
INTRODUCTION: Jigger infestation is an important but neglected public health problem. The study assessed the knowledge, attitude and practices of household members on jigger infestation, practices and control within Murang'a district, a rural location in Kenya. METHODS: A cross-sectional descriptive study design was used. Structured interview schedules and observation checklist were used to collect quantitative data. A sample size of 271 household members was interviewed. Descriptive and inferential statistics were analyzed and odds ratios computed at 95% confidence interval to determine variables association. RESULTS: On knowledge, 70.1% acknowledged poor hygiene and sanitation contributes to jigger infestation while 16.6% identified jigger flea as the cause of jigger infestation. Over half (53.9%) reported jiggers are transmissible from person to person. Majority (94.8%) identified signs and symptoms of jigger infestation. Over a quarter (23.6%) reported an infested household member and 18.8% infested persons were confirmed during the study. Many (59.8%) held the opinion that, jigger infested persons are lazy, 26.2% reported they are poor and 12% reported they either have specific blood or are from certain families. Below half (48.7%) believed in myths and misconceptions on jiggers. Majority (90.8%) reported needles/pins were the mostly used jigger removal items followed by thorns 38.7%. About two thirds (62.0%) were not aware of communal jigger prevention and control activities. The Chi-square results showed that, the village, type of house floor and compound maintenance were significantly associated with jigger infestation (p<0.05). CONCLUSION: Knowledge on jigger infestation is high but this has not translated to jigger prevention and control in the area. (+info)Histopathological features of tungiasis in Peru. (5/8)
(+info)Tungiasis under dermoscopy: in vivo and ex vivo examination of the cutaneous infestation due to Tunga penetrans. (6/8)
(+info)Prevention of tungiasis and tungiasis-associated morbidity using the plant-based repellent Zanzarin: a randomized, controlled field study in rural Madagascar. (7/8)
(+info)Infestation of Tunga penetrans in villages near Zomba Central Hospital. (8/8)
An outbreak of Tunga Penetrans (Jigger Flea) infestation affecting a number of villages near to a Central Hospital in Malawi is described. Due to the large number of affected individuals, high parasitic load, and extended duration of infection an alternative to the recommended approach of surgical removal of the flea was required. Benzyl benzoate paint and liquid paraffin had been used in local Primary Healthcare settings previously and topical treatment with antiparasitic agents has been advocated in the literature, particularly for severe infestation. Benzyl benzoate and liquid paraffin were applied topically to four adults with numerous jigger flea burrows, and their progress assessed regularly. After completion of 7 days of treatment patients noted that fleas were dislodging spontaneously, and that embedded parasites had not increased in size to the same extent that untreated fleas had in previous infestations. Following confirmation of the viability of its implementation in a resource-poor setting, this treatment regimen has subsequently been adopted by the local branch of the District Health Office for distribution to infected communities. (+info)"Tunga" is a term that refers to a genus of parasitic fleas, also known as chigoe fleas or sand fleas. The most common species in this genus is Tunga penetrans, which is found primarily in tropical and subtropical regions, particularly in Central and South America, Africa, and the Caribbean.
Tunga fleas are unique because the female fleas burrow into the skin of their hosts, usually humans or animals such as pigs and dogs, to feed on blood and lay their eggs. This can cause a condition known as tungiasis, which is characterized by itchy, painful lesions on the feet, hands, or other parts of the body where the fleas have burrowed in.
Tungiasis can lead to a range of complications, including secondary bacterial infections, lymphangitis, and elephantiasis, particularly if left untreated. Treatment typically involves removing the embedded flea and cleaning and dressing the wound, as well as administering antibiotics or other medications as needed to prevent or treat infection. Preventive measures include wearing protective footwear in areas where Tunga fleas are common and using insect repellents.
Tungiasis is a parasitic skin disease caused by the female sand flea (Tunga penetrans or Tunga trimamillata) that burrows into the skin, primarily in the feet and toes. This condition is more common in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, such as Central and South America, Africa, and the Caribbean.
The female sand flea is attracted to the warm, moist areas of the body and penetrates the skin, where it feeds on blood and lymphatic fluid. The burrowing process causes an inflammatory response in the host's tissue, resulting in a small, painful nodule or lesion that can become secondarily infected with bacteria.
Symptoms of tungiasis include itching, pain, redness, and swelling at the site of the infestation. In severe cases, multiple burrowing fleas can cause extensive tissue damage, leading to disfigurement, disability, or even death if left untreated. Treatment typically involves removing the embedded flea through surgical extraction or using topical medications to kill the parasite and reduce inflammation. Preventive measures include wearing protective footwear in infested areas and practicing good hygiene.
Ectoparasitic infestations refer to the invasion and multiplication of parasites, such as lice, fleas, ticks, or mites, on the outer surface of a host organism, typically causing irritation, itching, and other skin disorders. These parasites survive by feeding on the host's blood, skin cells, or other bodily substances, leading to various health issues if left untreated.
Ectoparasitic infestations can occur in humans as well as animals and may require medical intervention for proper diagnosis and treatment. Common symptoms include redness, rash, inflammation, and secondary bacterial or viral infections due to excessive scratching. Preventive measures such as personal hygiene, regular inspections, and avoiding contact with infested individuals or environments can help reduce the risk of ectoparasitic infestations.
Siphonaptera is the scientific order that includes fleas. Fleas are small, wingless insects with laterally compressed bodies and strong legs adapted for jumping. They are external parasites, living by hematophagy off the blood of mammals and birds. Fleas can be a nuisance to their hosts, and some people and animals have allergic reactions to flea saliva. Fleas can also transmit diseases, such as bubonic plague and murine typhus, and parasites like tapeworms.
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Penetrans17
- Tunga penetrans: a tropical surprise in a Dutch toe]. (nih.gov)
- The chigoe flea, Tunga penetrans . (cdc.gov)
- Tunga penetrans is distributed in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including Mexico to South America, the West Indies and Africa. (cdc.gov)
- Tunga penetrans (also known as chigoe flea, jigger, nigua, chica, pico, cique, or suthi) burrows under the skin of humans, unlike other fleas which are ectoparasitic on the surface of the skin. (cdc.gov)
- Tunga penetrans removed from a lesion on the bottom of the foot of a patient who traveled to Africa. (cdc.gov)
- Tunga penetrans lesions and biopsy specimens. (cdc.gov)
- Gross lesions and cross-sections of Tunga penetrans in tissue. (cdc.gov)
- Tungiasis is an infestation by the burrowing flea Tunga penetrans or related species. (medscape.com)
- Life cycle of Tunga penetrans - Fortaleza stages included. (medscape.com)
- Tungiasis is caused by infestation with the sand flea ( Tunga penetrans ). (medscape.com)
- We present the clinical findings as well as the demographic and environmental characteristics of 16 persons with severe tungiasis who were identified during a prospective study on Tunga penetrans -associated disease at a Primary Health Care Center (PHCC) in a economically depressed neighborhood ( favela ) in Fortaleza, northeast Brazil. (medscape.com)
- The first species, Tunga penetrans , was described by Linnaeus in the 18th century ( Pulex penetrans , Linnaeus 1758) ( 3 ), and a second Tunga species, which infects humans ( T. trimamillata ), was taxonomically described by Pampiglione et al. (cdc.gov)
- Luchetti A , Mantovani B , Pampiglione S , Trentini M . Molecular characterization of Tunga trimamillata and T. penetrans (Insecta, Siphonaptera, Tungidae): taxonomy and genetic variability. (cdc.gov)
- Eisele M , Heukelbach J , Van Marck E , Mehlhorn H , Meckes O , Franck S , Investigation on the biology, epidemiology, pathology and control of Tunga penetrans in Brazil: I. Natural history of tungiasis in man. (cdc.gov)
- The sand fleas Tunga penetrans, predominant in endemic areas, and Tunga trimamillata, whose cases in humans are less frequent, are the cause of this zoonosis. (bvsalud.org)
- Tungiasis is a neglected disease caused by the sand flea Tunga penetrans, and dogs are considered the main reservoirs in Brazil. (bvsalud.org)
- The sand flea Tunga penetrans is one of the zoonotic agents of tungiasis, a parasitic skin disease of humans and animals. (bvsalud.org)
Tungiasis1
- Tungiasis, a parasitic skin disease that occurs in tropical countries, is caused by sand fleas of the genus Tunga (Insecta, Siphonaptera, Tungidae). (cdc.gov)
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- Public Health Science and Technology Institute, Tunga Maje 2022/2023 Admission Form is currently out call the school admin office now on [07043240159] [07043240159] For ND/HND in Community Health Extension Workers (CHEWs), Junior Community Health Extension Workers (JCHEWs), environmental health officers (EH medical technicians (MT) and records clerks (RC). (earboard.com)
Siphonaptera1
- Pampiglione S , Trentini M , Fioravanti ML , Onore G , Rivasi F . A new species of Tunga (Insecta, Siphonaptera) from Ecuador. (cdc.gov)
Fordon1
- Axellaster från tunga fordon (bruttovikt över 3,5 ton) svarar för huvuddelen av nedbrytningen på det statliga vägnätet. (diva-portal.org)
Mahavidyalaya1
- Tunga Mahavidyalaya "is the offspring of" Tunga Vidyavardhaka Sangha - an association of the philanthropists. (tungamahavidyalaya.in)
Mumbai3
- If you have stayed in Hotel Tunga International, Andheri (E) MIDC, Mumbai and looking for a call girl to spend some quality time with her , you are at right place. (meghafriendship.com)
- Our escorts services in Hotel Tunga International, Andheri (E) MIDC, Mumbai is the best one because our call girls are well mannered , soft spoken and very co operative. (meghafriendship.com)
- so if the first time you are planning to avail services in Hotel Tunga International, Andheri (E) MIDC, Mumbai , feel free to contact us . (meghafriendship.com)
Genus1
- Ancient parasites of the genus Tunga originated in America and, during the first half of the 19th century, were transported to the Eastern Hemisphere on transatlantic voyages. (cdc.gov)
20181
- Tunga Reads 2018. (vasto.com.mx)
Shimoga4
- Originating in the Western Ghats , Tunga River flows through Dakshina Kannada , Udupi , Chikmagalur and Shimoga districts in Karnataka . (india9.com)
- We met at Kudli or Koodli near Shimoga where both the Tunga and Bhadra meets and travelled together on the onward jurnet. (blogspot.com)
- The water of the Tunga is very sweet and you can see a lot of ants at the banks of the Tunga in Shimoga. (blogspot.com)
- The Tunga merges with the Bhadra river at Kudli, a small town in Shimoga district. (blogspot.com)
India2
- Madhogarh and Tunga are two small villages located near Jaipur in the state of Rajasthan, India. (travelbigindia.com)
- Tunga is a small village located around 50 km from Jaipur in the state of Rajasthan, India has a rich history and several interesting stories associated with it. (travelbigindia.com)
Niini1
- Ang rason nga gitawag kini nga Gray Zone tungod kay kini adunay mga bahin sa Hodgkin ug Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, nga naghimo niini nga medyo naa sa tunga-tunga niining duha ka dagkong klase sa lymphoma, ug mas lisud ang pagdayagnos sa tukma. (lymphoma.org.au)
True Rouge1
- Inhotim is home to one of the biggest collections of his works in Brazil, exhibited in the galleries True Rouge and Psicoativa Tunga. (inhotim.org.br)
Flows1
- The Bhadra then flows towards Bhadravathi and then joins the Tunga at Kudli. (blogspot.com)
Kenya1
- KENYA - Tunga Nutrition (K)-LTD-Skretting EA, a leading Fish feeds Manufacturer in East Africa has launched a state-of-the-art fish feed extruder in its production facility in Nairobi as it commits to serving the aqua market diligently and efficiently. (millingmea.com)
Term1
- Term for Tunga spp. (cdc.gov)
Works3
- In this episode, you get to know more about his works and watch fragments of the inauguration of Galeria Psicoativa Tunga, when his works were activated, a process the artist himself used to call 'instauration. (inhotim.org.br)
- Luhring Augustine and Galleria Franco Noero are pleased to present a selection of important early works by the Brazilian artist Tunga. (luhringaugustine.com)
- In conjunction with the solo presentation of works by Tunga at Frieze Masters, an early performance piece by Tunga, Capillary Xiphopagus Between Us , will be on view as part of Frieze Live. (luhringaugustine.com)
Status1
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Change3
- Get this second one right, and a happy Tunga will change from green to blue! (vasto.com.mx)
- For every two correct letters that you choose, Tunga will change to a new color and you'll get closer to the next level! (vasto.com.mx)
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Address1
- Data science training also needs to address and promote inclusion, Tunga proposed. (nih.gov)
Real1
- A well-rounded data science education includes theoretical training for the development of research skills and "real world" problem-solving, said Dr. Mahadia Tunga, of the Tanzania Data Lab. (nih.gov)
Word3
- Players help Tunga get his fill of all manner of flying and crawling cartoon bugs, each of which carries a letter that may (or may not) be required to complete a target word. (vasto.com.mx)
- Once Tunga slurps up the delicious bug, the letter will float down into the word. (vasto.com.mx)
- Check Tunga Reads Lite, the free version, featuring 10 awesome levels of word-making fun! (vasto.com.mx)
Offer2
- Tunga Software Developers offer personal websites from as little as N$ 1 500 per year. (tunga-dev.com)
- Overall, Madhogarh and Tunga are two charming villages that offer visitors a glimpse into the rich history and culture of Rajasthan. (travelbigindia.com)
Download1
- As such, TUNGA SCHOOL OF WISDOM may require that you download and install updates to the Service, at any time, without notice or liability to you. (tungagames.com)
Early1
- Tunga Reads for iOS is the first early learning app by award-winning educational developer CCI. (vasto.com.mx)
Service1
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Letters2
- You can help Tunga catch the bugs by finding the right letters to make words. (vasto.com.mx)
- When Tunga, the hungry chameleon, has reached his favorite spot on the tree branch, flying bugs appear carrying letters. (vasto.com.mx)
Science3
- 10 RETECH Foundation (RF) Book Clubs were set up at Government Day Science School (GDSS), Tunga Low-Cost, Minna. (retechfoundation.org)
- Lunds universitets spännande satsning på Science Village går framåt, och det senaste uppdateringsmötet 26 september gav oss en insyn i de senaste framstegen i etableringsarbetet. (lu.se)
- Anneli Löfgren, projektledare för Nanolab Science Village, ger en uppdatering kring Etapp 1 och var dem är i processen. (lu.se)
Days1
- Items purchased from Bunga Tunga are eligible for return/exchange, if returned within 14 days of delivery. (bungatunga.com)
River2
- Gajanur (Tunga) is an s-shaped dam constructed over the river. (india9.com)
- All of us had enough time on our hands and we decided to drive down the Tungabhadra river and visit the tourist and pilgrim spots en route to our final destination of Sangameshwaram in Andhra Pradesh. (blogspot.com)
Skills1
- Accessible to all ages, but designed primarily for children under 7 years, Tunga Reads develops spelling and vocabulary skills with highly engaging game play featuring a lovable chameleon named Tunga on a quest for food (and spelling greatness! (vasto.com.mx)
Treatment1
- The Curse of the Tunga Family - According to local folklore, the Tunga family was cursed by a sadhu (holy man) who was unhappy with their treatment of him. (travelbigindia.com)