External Ophthalmomyiasis by Oestrus Ovis: Two Case Reports from Nepal

Abstract

Introduction: Ophthalmomyiasis is an infestation of eye with larvae of dipteran flies most commonlyby Oestrus ovis (Sheep nasal botfly). External ophthalmomyiasis in humans is a rare condition seen inpeople residing in rural areas and also living close to livestock. Case Report: We report two cases ofexternal ophthalmomyiasis in 22 years old male and 38 years old female both having history of suddenonset of foreign body sensation and redness in left and right eyes respectively. Conclusion: This externalophthalmomyiasis presenting nonspecific symptoms similar to acute conjunctivitis is the first case reportedin Nepal to the best of our knowledge. This report may aware all ophthalmologists about larval conjunctivitispreventing misdiagnosis.