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| Alternative Names: | Toxocariasis; Ocular larva migrans; Larva migrans visceralis
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| Treatment: | 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.
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| Expectations (prognosis): | 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.
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| Calling your health care provider: | 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.
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Review Date: 8/4/2002
Reviewed By: Camille Kotton, M.D., Infectious Diseases Division, Massachusetts General Hospital and Brigham and Women's Hospital, Boston, MA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
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