eye worm

noun

a filarial worm, Loa loa, of western and central Africa, that is parasitic in the skin, or subcutaneous tissue, of human beings, often migrating into the eye region.

First recorded in 1585–95

The African eye-worm is another example of a parasite causing mechanical injury only at certain times.

Additional observations on the development of the eye worm of poultry.

One of the most interesting equine nematodes is the eye-worm.

Preliminary note on the transmission of the eye worm of Australian poultry.

Further observations on the life history of the eye worm of poultry.

April 18, 2024petrichor

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