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Diseases - Leishmaniasis

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Diseases


Leishmaniasis

This is a parasitic disease spread by sand flies. Cutaneous leishmaniasis is characterized by skin sores and has been seen in a recent epidemic in Afghanistan among workers and military people. There is no vaccination. Preventive measures include lessening contact with flies and bites. Sand flies are primarily nighttime biters. They can occur in daytime when sand flies are disturbed. Insect repellent with Deet is the primary method of avoidance.