Visceral larva migrans

Injury Disease Nutrition Poison Symptoms Surgery Test Special Topic

A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z

Digestive system organs

Overview Symptoms Treatment Prevention

Visceral larva migrans

This infection is usually self-limiting and may not require therapy. Certain anti-parasitic drugs may also be used such as diethylcarbamazine, albendazole, or mebendazole.

Prognosis is related to the site involved -- mild infections may resolve on their own or they may have additional complications. Certain severe infections involving the brain or heart can result in death, but this is rare.

• Decreased visual acuity
• Blindness
• Respiratory distress
• Heart arrhythmias
• Encephalitis (infection of the brain)

Notify your medical provider if you develop (or your child develops) fever, rash, difficulty breathing, cough, or eye-related symptoms. Although there are many conditions that may cause these symptoms, a full medical evaluation is needed.

Email this page  Printer friendly  Bookmark this page