Overview
Definition
Parasitic infection affecting skin and eyes.
Epidemiology
Varies globally depending on genetics, environment, or exposure.
Etiology & Risk Factors
- Onchocerca volvulus (transmitted by black flies).
Clinical Symptoms
- Intense itching
- subcutaneous nodules
- progressive loss of vision.
Clinical Approach
Diagnosis
- Skin snip biopsy (microfilariae).
Management
- Ivermectin.
Complications
- Blindness.