5 Cases of Human Thelaziasis

ABSTRACT

Thelaziases in human is an opportunistic infection. The worms usually lie in the conjunctival sac or in the lacrimal apparatus, causing foreignbody sensation, tearing and conjunctival irritation, In most cases, patients find the worms themselves and visit the hospital. Having experienced and confirmed 5 cases of human subconjunctival infestation of Thelazia callipaeda, we report these with literature review.