Dipylidiosis

Dipilidiosis occurs due to infestation by larvae. Typically, dipilidia is the name given to the species Dipilidium caninum, which is usually transmitted through the feces of a sick animal or its fur. They can enter the human body accidentally when caring for animals, interacting with sick cats and dogs, damaging the mucous membrane of the mouth, nose or eyes, as well as when eating and drinking. The pathogenicity of the larvae may be associated with accumulation under the skin and mucous membrane. The stay of the larvae in the human body can last from two weeks to several months. In this case, a person may not experience any symptoms or minor discomfort.

Diagnosis is made by symptoms and detection of larvae in the stool. Stool microscopy may also be performed to detect larvae. Larvae can be surgically removed if they have spread deep into the skin tissue and are shaved during treatment. Usually