Flesh-Eating Worms Are Back—And They’re Eating People Alive

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  • Swollen, festering wounds that won’t heal

  • Painful, oozing lesions

  • Fever and chills

  • Visible maggots in wounds

  • Necrosis (dead tissue)

  • Foul odor from infected area

In advanced cases, the larvae can invade vital organs or the bloodstream, causing systemic infections and putting lives at risk.

🛑 Prevention and Protection

Because the screwworm requires an open wound or sore to lay eggs, personal hygiene and wound care are crucial.

How to protect yourself:

  • Clean all cuts and abrasions immediately

  • Keep wounds covered and dry

  • Avoid areas with poor sanitation or known fly infestations

  • Use insect repellents and protective clothing

  • Keep animals treated and monitored, especially in rural or tropical regions

💉 Treatment and Removal

If caught early, manual removal of the larvae followed by antibiotics can successfully treat the infection. In more severe cases, surgical debridement (removal of dead tissue) may be required.

Some modern treatments include:

  • Ivermectin: A medication that can kill larvae internally

  • Occlusive methods: Applying petroleum jelly or meat over the wound to force the larvae to surface for air, making removal easier

  • Sterile insect technique (SIT): A public health strategy involving the release of sterilized male flies to reduce the population

🔬 Why They’re Back

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