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It started with what looked like a harmless swelling on the side of the face. But within days, it turned into something horrifying — small holes appeared, and from them, something started moving. Doctors were stunned to discover that this wasn’t just an infection… it was cutaneous myiasis, a rare condition caused by fly larvae growing under the skin.
When certain types of flies lay their eggs on open wounds or even intact skin, the warmth of the human body causes the eggs to hatch. The larvae then burrow into the flesh, feeding on living tissue and causing painful, swollen bumps that can pulsate or move — a sight not for the faint-hearted.
The affected person often experiences intense pain, itching, and a crawling sensation beneath the skin. In severe cases, untreated myiasis can spread quickly, damaging nearby tissues and leading to dangerous infections.
Treatment usually involves carefully removing each larva and cleaning the wound to prevent further infection. Doctors may also prescribe antibiotics to help the healing process. Though rare, this condition is most common in tropical areas where flies thrive in humid conditions.
Watching these cases unfold is both terrifying and fascinating — a reminder of how even a tiny insect can turn into a medical nightmare. Scroll down to watch the full video and see how doctors deal with this unbelievable condition.
