TLDR Demodex folliculorum mites may contribute to severe acne, especially in adolescents.
The study investigated the presence of Demodex folliculorum mites in 500 acne patients from Beni-Sueif Governorate, Egypt, revealing that 1.6% of the patients had detectable mites. The presence of these mites was significantly higher among adolescents and those with severe acne (P = 0.027 & 0.001, respectively). However, there was no significant difference in mite presence concerning sex, residence, or treatment history (P > 0.05). The study suggested a potential role of D. folliculorum in acne, particularly in severe cases and among adolescents.
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