Webtungiasis is a skin infestation with the burrowing flea tunga penetrans or related species. Webtungiasis or jigger infestation is a parasitic disease caused by the female sand flea tunga penetrans. The flea has many common names including, chigoe flea, jigger, nigua, pico, sand flea,.

This treatment has been demonstrated to eradicate the jiggers, enabling affected children and adults to return to. Secondary infection of the lesions caused by this flea is common in endemic. By educating communities, providing medical aid, creating jobs, and distributing shoes, we. Webtreating jigger infestations without using pins and needles.