Mango fly larvae can be removed from humans using a variety of methods, including petroleum jelly, forceps, or surgical incision. It’s best to see a doctor to reduce the risk of infection.
Petroleum jelly
- Cover the black dot on the boil with petroleum jelly or wax to cut off the larvae’s air supply
- The larvae may start to crawl out, and you can remove them with forceps
Forceps
- After applying petroleum jelly, you can use forceps to remove the larvae
- You can also try squeezing the larvae out with finger pressure
Surgical incision
- A surgical incision is made to widen the breathing hole and remove the larvae
- You can use local anesthetic to prevent the larva from anchoring its spines
Hydraulic expulsion
- A doctor can use a fluid like lidocaine and epinephrine to push out the larvae
Antibiotics
- After removing the larvae, you can take antibiotics to prevent secondary infection
Disinfect
- After removing the larvae, thoroughly disinfect the area
Monitor
- Monitor the area for additional lesions, as some larvae may take longer to reach the prepupal stage
