December 2014 in “Bangladesh Journal of Veterinary Medicine” In this study, mixed lice infestations and their associated skin changes were observed in the Egyptian lesser blind mole rat, marking the first report of such findings in this species.
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October 2012 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” This case report highlights the simultaneous presence of white piedra, identified as T. inkin, and pediculosis capitis in one patient to emphasize their clinical distinctions.
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July 2018 in “Medicines” This review highlights the pharmaceutical potential of secondary metabolites from Juniperus species, noting promising antitumor, antibacterial, and antiviral activities, but reports no new experimental findings.
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February 2025 in “Journal of Biomedical Research & Environmental Sciences” This review explores the diverse health benefits and pharmacological properties of mushrooms, highlighting their potential use in cosmetics for antioxidant, anti-aging, and anti-hair loss effects due to their bioactive compounds.
December 2022 in “Journal of applied biological chemistry” In this study, Betula platyphylla extract, particularly fraction H3-2, promoted human derma papilla cell proliferation and increased expression of certain growth factors, suggesting potential benefits for hair loss prevention.
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August 2013 in “Journal of Parasitology” This study reported that 39.7% of Amargosa voles had mite-associated lesions, which may severely impact their health and fitness.
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August 2004 in “Veterinary Dermatology” This study found that treating cats infested with Lynxacarus radovskyi using Fipronil resulted in complete resolution of the infestation by day 15.
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January 1991 in “Tissue and Cell” This study observed that during male silkmoth development, trichogen cells in olfactory sensilla undergo significant membrane recycling, contributing to sensillum structure formation in a precisely timed series of stages.
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.
April 2014 in “DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals)” This study identified 64 chemical compounds in the L. luteus L. plant, including several fatty acids and coumarin, highlighting the pharmacognostic potential of yellow lupine.
December 2023 in “Natural product research” This study found that compound 4 from Urtica triangularis subsp. pinnatifida exhibited stronger anti-BPH activity against BPH-1 cells with an IC50 of 79.75 μM compared to finasteride's IC50 of 91.8 μM, while compounds 1, 2, and 5 showed moderate activity.
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August 2010 in “Journal of Scientific Research” This study provides detailed macro and microscopical observations of Tridax procumbens Linn. leaf, which could aid in its identification.
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February 1982 in “Cell and Tissue Research” December 2018 in “Bioscience Journal” This study reports the first known occurrence of Leporacarus gibbus infestation alongside Cheyletiella parasitovorax and Psoropotes cuniculi in a domestic rabbit in Espírito Santo, Brazil.
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January 2017 in “Indian dermatology online journal” This case study reports a 30-year-old woman with a mixed infection of white piedra and pediculosis capitis, indicating the difficulty in distinguishing between these conditions upon casual examination.
January 2024 in “AIP conference proceedings” August 2004 in “Veterinary Dermatology” This case report describes two guinea pigs infested with Acarus farris mites, which were successfully treated with Phoxim and removal of contaminated hay, leading to rapid resolution of skin lesions and alopecia.
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August 1977 in “Journal of Morphology” This study examined the unique structural features of sinus hair follicles in the shrew Sorex unguiculatus, which suggest a specialization for vibration sensing.
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June 2012 in “Revista da Sociedade Brasileira de Medicina Tropical” This case study reported a rare infection by Trichosporon inkin, causing white piedra in a family in Southern Brazil, emphasizing the importance of molecular tools for precise identification.
March 2025 in “Buletin Veteriner Udayana” In this study, a domestic cat diagnosed with scabiosis and Felicola subrostratus infestation was successfully treated with ivermectin, diphenhydramine, fish oil, sulfur soap, and topical fipronil, showing good treatment outcomes.
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November 1980 in “PubMed” This study describes a newly identified mite species, Demodex zalophi, found on captive sea lions and highlights its unique traits, including being the first of its kind described in marine mammals.
July 2025 in “Veterinary Parasitology Regional Studies and Reports” This study found that both oral afoxolaner (NexGard®) and topical Frontline Combo® achieved 100% efficacy in eradicating Heterodoxus spiniger infestations within 30 days in dogs, with significant reductions in associated symptoms like hair loss and pruritus.
January 2024 in “Scientific reports” This study found that undiluted mint leaf extract effectively inhibited multidrug-resistant Staphylococcus aureus and killed Culex pipiens larvae, suggesting its potential as a biocontrol strategy around hospitals.
This study assessed the phytochemical properties and antifungal activity of Lawsonia inermis extracts, finding diverse compounds like flavonoids and alkaloids, and reporting that ethanol extracts exhibited the highest antifungal activity against Aspergillus flavus and Candida albicans at 200 mg/mL.
March 2012 in “Journal of Experimental Biology” This study challenges the idea that tarantulas produce silk from their feet to steady themselves during falls, suggesting instead that the hairs on their feet are chemosensors secreting lymph, not silk.
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April 2019 in “Veterinary Dermatology” In this case series, cats infested with Lynxacarus radovskyi developed self-induced alopecia similar to flea allergic dermatitis, primarily affecting the perianal area.
11 citations
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January 2014 in “Indian journal of dermatology, venereology, and leprology” This report describes three cases of white piedra of scalp hair, identifying Trichosporon inkin and Trichosporon mucoides as the fungi responsible, which are uncommon causes of this condition.
January 2025 in “International Journal of Mosquito Research” In this study, the combination of petroleum ether extracts from Jacquinia ruscifolia flowers and Thuja orientalis strobili demonstrated synergistic larvicidal effects against third-instar Culex quinquefasciatus larvae, achieving 100% mortality at 250 ppm with noted synergism particularly in a 1:2 ratio.
January 2023 in “Trakia Journal of Sciences” In this study, goats infested with lice exhibited specific hematological and biochemical changes, including anemia and hypoferremia in those with sucking lice and leukocytosis in those with biting lice, which normalized following eprinomectin treatment.
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August 2016 in “Mycopathologia” This case study reports a 36-year-old man's fungal infection, identified as Trichosporon inkin, which was treated with shaving and antifungal therapy.