46 citations
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January 1988 in “PubMed” This study found that Demodex mites may transport Microsporum canis spores on human skin, suggesting a potential role in microbial movement despite typically being considered harmless.
35 citations
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March 1976 in “British Journal of Dermatology” This study observed no correlation between Demodex species and skin condition among Aborigines, though D. brevis was associated with sebaceous gland degeneration in one case.
30 citations
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June 2013 in “Optometry and vision science” This study reports that a clinical sequence can help eye care practitioners identify Demodex mites, which are often underdiagnosed and undertreated in ocular surface diseases.
11 citations
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June 2024 in “Clinical ophthalmology” This study highlights that Demodex mites, commonly found on human skin, can cause significant eye and skin issues such as blepharitis, rosacea, and dermatitis when present in abnormally high densities, underscoring the need for targeted management strategies.
4 citations
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January 2021 in “Dermatology Review” This review discusses the role of Demodex mites in ocular demodecosis and various eye ailments, highlighting diagnostic methods but noting a lack of standardized treatments, with no new clinical results reported.