35 citations
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February 2023 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” This review discusses treatments for demodicosis in adults and children and provides no new clinical results; the authors emphasize the need for careful diagnosis and therapy selection.
January 2024 in “Arquivo Brasileiro de Medicina Veterinária e Zootecnia/Arquivo brasileiro de medicina veterinária e zootecnia” This study reports that treating a feline with progressive pruritus, alopecia, and FIV infection with imidacloprid and moxidectin resulted in remission of clinical signs and elimination of Demodex cati mites, as confirmed by parasitological examination and genetic sequencing.
January 2023 in “Revista Brasileira de Parasitologia Veterinária/Brazilian Journal of Veterinary Parasitology” This study found that a single topical dose of fluralaner effectively eliminated Lynxacarus radovskyi mites from naturally infested domestic cats within 42 days, with treated cats remaining mite-free until day 98, unlike the untreated control group which continued to test positive.
January 2025 in “International Journal of Advanced Biochemistry Research” In this study, dogs diagnosed with demodicosis achieved full recovery after a single dose of fluralaner, with clinical improvement supported by negative skin scraping results by day 28, and hematobiochemical parameters normalizing over the treatment period.
January 2021 in “Revista brasileira de higiene e sanidade animal” In this case report, Trichophyton rubrum was isolated from a dog with dermatophytosis, and treatment with ketoconazole shampoo and oral itraconazole led to complete healing and no recurrence in follow-up.
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September 2024 in “Media Kedokteran Hewan” In this case study, a 6-month-old dog diagnosed with anaplasmosis showed improved health and symptoms after a combination treatment with doxycycline, ivermectin, and supportive therapies.
2 citations
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April 2022 in “PubVet” This case report discusses a 5-year-old Persian cat with feline eosinophilic granuloma complex, which responded positively to prednisone and topical corticosteroids, eliminating itching and promoting fur regrowth without relapse.
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June 2005 in “Journal of Zoo and Wildlife Medicine” This study concluded that coat damage in captive rhesus macaques is unlikely caused by parasitic, bacterial, or mycotic infections but may be linked to environmental or behavioral factors affecting hair growth.
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January 2023 in “Brazilian Journal of Development” This report describes a Sapajus nigritus investigated for multiparasitism after rescue from illegal home possession, highlighting public health and biodiversity conservation concerns related to human-primate proximity.
January 2025 in “Parasites & Vectors” This observational study identified L. infantum infection in meerkats housed in two zoological parks in Madrid, marking the first such report for this species, though the disease persisted in one individual despite treatment.
41 citations
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March 2017 in “PLoS neglected tropical diseases” This study found that isotretinoin, a drug commonly used for acne, inhibits polyamine transport in Trypanosoma cruzi, leading to trypanocidal effects, and suggests its potential as a treatment for Chagas disease without affecting mammalian cell viability.
2 citations
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April 2021 in “Naukovì gorizonti” In this study, researchers observed that using a combination of medications, including Bravecto, Cefuroxime, Orungal, Apoquel, and Derinat, effectively treated pododermatitis in dogs, increasing therapy success from 28.6% to 66.7%, and reducing treatment duration while extending remission periods.
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January 2020 in “Revista Brasileira de Ciência Veterinária” This case report describes a male cat with demodicosis primarily attributed to Demodex cati, suggesting the generalized disease may have been exacerbated by pruritus related to flea infestation.
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January 2019 in “Bulgarian Journal of Veterinary Medicine” This case study describes a cat co-infected with Demodex cati and feline immunodeficiency virus, showing initial treatment improvement followed by disease recurrence and eventual euthanasia.
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January 2014 in “The journal of advances in parasitology” This case study in a German Shepherd with mixed ectoparasite and bacterial infections demonstrates that a combined therapeutic approach significantly improved the animal's skin condition and led to recovery.
June 2026 in “International Journal of Advanced Biochemistry Research” This report from a veterinary clinical case observed a two-year-old Lhasa apso with generalized demodicosis and severe secondary bacterial pyoderma, successfully treated through an integrated approach combining ivermectin, antimicrobials, and supportive therapies, resulting in significant clinical improvement.
January 2021 in “Journal of Entomology and Zoology Studies” This case report describes the effective treatment of psoroptic mange in Large White Yorkshire piglets using ivermectin, cefpodoxime, chlorpheniramine, povidone iodine, and Ascabiol lotion, resulting in full recovery and absence of mites.
51 citations
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November 2005 in “Journal of Medical Primatology” This study observed that hair loss in captive rhesus macaques varies with season, sex, and housing conditions, and is significantly correlated with HPA axis activity as indicated by faecal cortisol metabolites.
January 2025 in “Epsilon Archive for Student Projects (University of Southampton)” In this study investigating goat herds in Zambia, both mange and orf were detected, but with low occurrence linked to diagnostic challenges and mild clinical signs; further research, especially in conditions favoring mange mites, is recommended to better understand and manage these diseases.
86 citations
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January 2019 in “Frontiers in Immunology” The document concludes that diagnosing and treating Human African Trypanosomiasis is challenging, but new treatments like fexinidazole are promising.
12 citations
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January 2024 in “Editora In Vivo eBooks” This case report from the study describes a dog suffering from dermatophytosis caused by Microsporum canis, presenting with alopecia on the neck and ear, illustrating the zoonotic risk of these fungal infections in both animals and humans, particularly in hot and humid climates.
10 citations
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June 2021 in “Primates” This study found that wild geladas in Ethiopian crop areas experienced higher levels of human disturbance and health issues, such as increased parasitic infections, compared to those in pasture areas.
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October 2000 in “Contraception” This study found that a regimen combining cyproterone acetate and testosterone buciclate induced reversible azoospermia in bonnet monkeys, highlighting its potential as an effective male contraceptive.
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May 2025 in “Infection” 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.
December 2024 in “World s Veterinary Journal” This case study from Ukraine describes a 5-year-old Akita dog diagnosed with sebaceous adenitis, presenting with pruritus, alopecia, and inflammation; treatment over 30 days led to complete restoration of affected areas, implicating potential heritability in Akitas.
January 2024 in “Editora In Vivo eBooks” In this case report, a female mixed-breed dog was observed with dermatophytosis, presenting with alopecia in the neck and ear, highlighting the zoonotic nature of the infection caused by fungi that can affect both animals and humans.
January 2024 in “Editora In Vivo eBooks” In this case report, the authors describe a female dog with alopecia in the neck and ear region, affected by dermatophytosis caused by the zoophilic fungus Microsporum canis, highlighting its zoonotic potential and prevalence in certain climates.
January 2024 in “Editora In Vivo eBooks” This case report documents a dog with dermatophytosis, caused by the fungus Microsporum canis, presenting symptoms like alopecia in the neck and ear, highlighting the condition's prevalence in tropical and temperate climates and its zoonotic nature.
January 2024 in “Editora In Vivo eBooks” This study reports a case of dermatophytosis in an 11-month-old spayed female dog, which exhibited alopecia in the neck and ear tip regions, a condition common in tropical and temperate climates and caused by fungi affecting both animals and humans.
January 2024 in “Editora In Vivo eBooks” In this case report, a dog was diagnosed with dermatophytosis, a zoonotic fungal infection common in humid climates, presenting with alopecia in the neck and ear regions.