Interesting Case Series Cuterebral Ophthalmomyiasis Externa Presenting as Preseptal Cellulitis
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Cuterebral Ophthalmomyiasis Externa Presenting as Preseptal Cellulitis
DESCRIPTION A 13-month-old Caucasian female presented with erythema, swelling, and pain of the left periorbital region. On admission, her vital signs were normal, and complete blood count did not reveal abnormalities. Blood and eye cultures were collected. On physical examination, the left eye was erythematous and edematous starting at the left medial canthus, tracking across the upper lid to t...
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