Understanding Botfly Infestation

Why is the character referred to as 'Miss Butterfly'?

• She lays eggs on the neighbor's farm.

• She collects butterfly eggs.

• She loves butterflies.

• She has a butterfly tattoo.

Where are botflies commonly found?

• Australia

• Central and South America

• North America

• Europe

How do botflies ensure their eggs reach a human host?

• By laying them directly on humans

• By attaching them to other insects

• By burying them in the soil

• By placing them in water sources

What triggers botfly eggs to hatch on a human?

• The warmth of human skin

• The sound of human voices

• The presence of human hair

• The smell of human sweat

How do botfly larvae enter human skin?

• Through open wounds

• Through mosquito bites or hair follicles

• Through ingestion

• Through the eyes

What is a 'wobble paw'?

• A breathing hole created by larvae

• A symptom of infection

• A type of insect

• A tool used to remove larvae

How do larvae avoid detection by the host's immune system?

• By changing color

• By releasing numbing chemicals

• By mimicking human cells

• By hiding in the bloodstream

What symptoms might a person experience as the larvae grow?

• Severe fever

• Itching and sharp pain

• Dizziness

• Loss of appetite

What happens when the larvae are ready to leave the host?

• They are expelled through sweat

• They dissolve inside the body

• They wriggle out and drop to the ground

• They are absorbed by the skin

What is the medical term for a botfly infestation?

• Botulism

• Infestationitis

• Myiasis

• Dermatitis