1. A parasitic infection of the skin or body tissues caused by the larvae of certain flies, typically resulting in painful sores or lesions.
Usage: medical term; also called fly strike in veterinary contexts

Examples

• The patient developed myiasis after the wound became infested with fly larvae.
• Myiasis is a serious concern in tropical regions where sanitation is poor.
• The veterinarian treated the dog's myiasis by removing the larvae and applying antibiotics.
• Travelers to remote areas should take precautions to prevent myiasis from contaminated wounds.
• Myiasis can cause severe pain and secondary bacterial infections if left untreated.