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			{{Infobox medical condition
			\| name = Demodicosis
			\| image = [[File:Demodectic_mange_2.jpg\|250px]]
			\| caption = Demodicosis in a dog
			\| synonyms = Demodectic mange, red mange
			\| specialty = [[Dermatology]], [[Veterinary medicine]]
			\| symptoms = [[Alopecia]], [[erythema]], [[scaling]], [[pruritus]]
			\| complications = [[Secondary bacterial infection]]
			\| onset = Can occur at any age
			\| duration = Chronic
			\| causes = [[Demodex]] mites
			\| risks = [[Immunosuppression]], [[genetic predisposition]]
			\| diagnosis = [[Skin scraping]], [[trichoscopy]], [[biopsy]]
			\| differential = [[Sarcoptic mange]], [[allergic dermatitis]], [[pyoderma]]
			\| treatment = [[Amitraz]], [[ivermectin]], [[moxidectin]], [[lime sulfur dip]]
			\| prognosis = Generally good with treatment
			\| frequency = Common in dogs, rare in humans
			}}
			[[File:Demodicosis.jpg\|Demodicosis in a canine\|thumb\|left]]
			[[File:Demodex_mite_1.JPG\|Demodex mite under a microscope\|thumb\|left]]
	'''Demodicosis''' is a skin condition caused by the overgrowth of a type of mite known as ''Demodex''. These mites are normally present on the skin of humans and animals, but in some cases, they can multiply excessively and cause various skin problems. This condition is also known as ''Demodex'' infestation or ''Demodex'' mite bite.		'''Demodicosis''' is a skin condition caused by the overgrowth of a type of mite known as ''Demodex''. These mites are normally present on the skin of humans and animals, but in some cases, they can multiply excessively and cause various skin problems. This condition is also known as ''Demodex'' infestation or ''Demodex'' mite bite.

	== Causes ==		== Causes ==
	The exact cause of demodicosis is not known. However, it is believed that the condition may be triggered by a weakened immune system, which allows the ''Demodex'' mites to multiply uncontrollably. Other factors that may contribute to the development of demodicosis include poor hygiene, stress, and certain medical conditions such as HIV/AIDS and cancer.		The exact cause of demodicosis is not known. However, it is believed that the condition may be triggered by a weakened immune system, which allows the ''Demodex'' mites to multiply uncontrollably. Other factors that may contribute to the development of demodicosis include poor hygiene, stress, and certain medical conditions such as HIV/AIDS and cancer.

	== Symptoms ==		== Symptoms ==
	The symptoms of demodicosis can vary depending on the severity of the infestation. Common symptoms include:		The symptoms of demodicosis can vary depending on the severity of the infestation. Common symptoms include:

	* Redness and inflammation of the skin		* Redness and inflammation of the skin
	* Itching and discomfort		* Itching and discomfort
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	* Scaling and flaking of the skin		* Scaling and flaking of the skin
	* Eyelash and eyebrow loss		* Eyelash and eyebrow loss

	In severe cases, demodicosis can lead to more serious skin conditions such as [[rosacea]] and [[blepharitis]].		In severe cases, demodicosis can lead to more serious skin conditions such as [[rosacea]] and [[blepharitis]].

	== Diagnosis ==		== Diagnosis ==
	Demodicosis is typically diagnosed through a skin biopsy. This involves taking a small sample of skin and examining it under a microscope to look for the presence of ''Demodex'' mites. Other diagnostic tests may include a physical examination and a review of the patient's medical history.		Demodicosis is typically diagnosed through a skin biopsy. This involves taking a small sample of skin and examining it under a microscope to look for the presence of ''Demodex'' mites. Other diagnostic tests may include a physical examination and a review of the patient's medical history.

	== Treatment ==		== Treatment ==
	Treatment for demodicosis typically involves the use of topical medications to kill the ''Demodex'' mites. These may include creams, lotions, or shampoos containing ingredients such as [[permethrin]], [[ivermectin]], or [[metronidazole]]. In some cases, oral medications may also be prescribed. It's important to note that treatment may need to be continued for several weeks or months to ensure that all of the mites are eliminated.		Treatment for demodicosis typically involves the use of topical medications to kill the ''Demodex'' mites. These may include creams, lotions, or shampoos containing ingredients such as [[permethrin]], [[ivermectin]], or [[metronidazole]]. In some cases, oral medications may also be prescribed. It's important to note that treatment may need to be continued for several weeks or months to ensure that all of the mites are eliminated.

	== Prevention ==		== Prevention ==
	Prevention of demodicosis primarily involves maintaining good skin hygiene. This includes regular washing of the face and body, avoiding the use of harsh soaps and cleansers, and avoiding contact with individuals who have demodicosis. Additionally, individuals with weakened immune systems should take extra precautions to avoid contracting demodicosis.		Prevention of demodicosis primarily involves maintaining good skin hygiene. This includes regular washing of the face and body, avoiding the use of harsh soaps and cleansers, and avoiding contact with individuals who have demodicosis. Additionally, individuals with weakened immune systems should take extra precautions to avoid contracting demodicosis.

	== See also ==		== See also ==
	* [[Rosacea]]		* [[Rosacea]]
	* [[Blepharitis]]		* [[Blepharitis]]
	* [[Mite]]		* [[Mite]]

	[[Category:Skin conditions]]		[[Category:Skin conditions]]
	[[Category:Parasitic diseases]]		[[Category:Parasitic diseases]]
	[[Category:Dermatology]]		[[Category:Dermatology]]

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	~~==Demodicosis==~~
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	~~File:Demodectic_mange_2.jpg\|Demodectic mange on a dog~~
	~~File:Demodicosis.jpg\|Demodicosis in a canine~~
	~~File:Demodex_mite_1.JPG\|Demodex mite under a microscope~~
	~~</gallery>~~

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			<gallery>
			File:Demodectic_mange_2.jpg\|Demodectic mange on a dog
			File:Demodicosis.jpg\|Demodicosis in a canine
			File:Demodex_mite_1.JPG\|Demodex mite under a microscope
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'''Demodicosis''' is a skin condition caused by the overgrowth of a type of mite known as ''Demodex''. These mites are normally present on the skin of humans and animals, but in some cases, they can multiply excessively and cause various skin problems. This condition is also known as ''Demodex'' infestation or ''Demodex'' mite bite.

== Causes ==
The exact cause of demodicosis is not known. However, it is believed that the condition may be triggered by a weakened immune system, which allows the ''Demodex'' mites to multiply uncontrollably. Other factors that may contribute to the development of demodicosis include poor hygiene, stress, and certain medical conditions such as HIV/AIDS and cancer.

== Symptoms ==
The symptoms of demodicosis can vary depending on the severity of the infestation. Common symptoms include:

* Redness and inflammation of the skin
* Itching and discomfort
* Pimples and pustules
* Scaling and flaking of the skin
* Eyelash and eyebrow loss

In severe cases, demodicosis can lead to more serious skin conditions such as [[rosacea]] and [[blepharitis]].

== Diagnosis ==
Demodicosis is typically diagnosed through a skin biopsy. This involves taking a small sample of skin and examining it under a microscope to look for the presence of ''Demodex'' mites. Other diagnostic tests may include a physical examination and a review of the patient's medical history.

== Treatment ==
Treatment for demodicosis typically involves the use of topical medications to kill the ''Demodex'' mites. These may include creams, lotions, or shampoos containing ingredients such as [[permethrin]], [[ivermectin]], or [[metronidazole]]. In some cases, oral medications may also be prescribed. It's important to note that treatment may need to be continued for several weeks or months to ensure that all of the mites are eliminated.

== Prevention ==
Prevention of demodicosis primarily involves maintaining good skin hygiene. This includes regular washing of the face and body, avoiding the use of harsh soaps and cleansers, and avoiding contact with individuals who have demodicosis. Additionally, individuals with weakened immune systems should take extra precautions to avoid contracting demodicosis.

== See also ==
* [[Rosacea]]
* [[Blepharitis]]
* [[Mite]]

[[Category:Skin conditions]]
[[Category:Parasitic diseases]]
[[Category:Dermatology]]

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