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    Glossary Demodicosis

    skin condition caused by overgrowth of Demodex mites

    Demodicosis, also known as Demodectic mange, is a skin condition caused by an overgrowth of Demodex mites, which are microscopic parasites that naturally live in the hair follicles and sebaceous glands of mammals. While these mites are usually harmless, an overpopulation can lead to symptoms such as hair loss, redness, and inflammation, particularly in immunocompromised individuals or animals.

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      research Demodicosis of Ophthalmic Concern

      149 citations , March 1981 in “American Journal of Ophthalmology”
      This study found that Demodex folliculorum and Demodex brevis mites can cause eyelid follicular and glandular changes, potentially contributing to ocular disease in humans.

      research Demodicidose generalizada em cão da raça Teckel: Relato de caso

      January 2015 in “Lume (Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul)”
      This literature review addresses generalized juvenile demodicosis in dogs, describing a case in a 10-month-old Dachshund where corticosteroid treatment worsened the condition, leading to severe pyoderma, intense itching, and widespread hair loss; it reports no new clinical findings.

      research Demodicosis in ferrets (Mustela putorius furo)

      33 citations , March 1996 in “Veterinary Quarterly”
      This report describes effective treatment of demodicosis in ferrets using amitraz, marking the first known cases in this species.