Raising Awareness of Demodex Mites: A Neglected Cause of Skin Disease

    May 2025 in “ Infection ”
    Amal A. El‐Moamly, Omar El-Swify
    Studysummary This source underscores the need for a multidisciplinary effort to raise awareness of Demodex and demodicosis, suggesting that prioritizing research, diagnostics, and treatment development could enhance global health outcomes and improve quality of life for affected individuals.
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