Definition

A condition caused by the infestation of the body by fly larvae, which can occur in wounds or other tissues.

Example

The patient was treated for myasis after the larvae were discovered in the wound.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of myasis?

I think I've read about it; isn't it related to flies?

Yeah, it can happen when their larvae infect wounds or skin.

That sounds really gross; I'm glad I've never experienced that!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Myiasis → It is derived from the Greek word "myia" (meaning fly) and the suffix "-sis" (meaning condition or process). The term refers to the condition caused by the infestation of fly larvae in the tissues of a living organism.

Memory Tip

Think of 'myia' which means 'fly' — myiasis is the condition caused by flies laying their eggs in living tissues.

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