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Severe itch with skin lumps or sight changes
Severe persistent itch, lasting skin changes or firm lumps under the skin, especially with sight changes, needs an in-person examination. Guidance, not a diagnosis.
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Signs
severe persistent itchingfirm lumps under the skinlasting skin colour or texture changesblurred, reduced or worsening vision
What may help
Options
prompt medical and eye assessmentfollow clinician or local NTD programme advicedo not start ivermectin on your own
When to get help
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Arrange prompt in-person medical and eye assessment for severe persistent itch with firm lumps under the skin or sight changes. Get same-day care for worsening or blurred vision, eye pain, a red eye or light sensitivity. Sudden loss of sight needs emergency care. Do not start ivermectin on your own; follow a clinician or local NTD programme because treatment may need adjustment where other filarial infections coexist.
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