dx #toxocara antibody/ELISA.
titer of ≥1:32 is considered positive
tx: albendazole

#toxocara visceral larva migrans. Diagnosis finding larvae in affected tissues and eosinophilia. Treatment:
Most patients recover without therapy. Antiinflammatory drugs may be considered, and albendazole, mebendazole, and diethylcarbamazine have been tried but uncertain efficacy

https://www.cdc.gov/dpdx/toxocariasis/index.html

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https://www.cdc.gov/dpdx/monthlycasestudies/2017/case455.html

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Public parks may be hotspots for parasitic infections Dublin parks show high levels of roundworm eggs near entrances, highlighting health risks and the need for better pet waste cleanup.

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