Tunga Penetrans (Noun)
Meaning
Small tropical flea; the fertile female burrows under the skin of the host including humans.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Tunga penetrans, also known as the jigger or sand flea, is a small tropical flea that penetrates the skin of its host.
- The fertile female tunga penetrans burrows under the skin of its host, including humans, where it lays numerous eggs that later hatch.
- Travelers to tropical regions are advised to take precautionary measures against tunga penetrans infestations due to its painful and potentially serious consequences.
- Tunga penetrans is a common ectoparasite in many tropical regions and can cause discomfort and skin irritation in its hosts.
- Efforts to control tunga penetrans infestations include removal of the flea from the skin, often using a sterilized needle, and applying antibiotic ointments to prevent infection.