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| name = Mange | |||
| image = [[File:Dogmangeeee.jpg|250px]] | |||
| caption = A dog with mange | |||
| field = [[Veterinary medicine]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Hair loss]], [[itching]], [[inflammation]] | |||
| complications = [[Secondary infection]] | |||
| onset = Varies by type | |||
| duration = Can be chronic | |||
| causes = [[Mite]] infestation | |||
| risks = Close contact with infected animals | |||
| diagnosis = [[Skin scraping]], [[microscopic examination]] | |||
| differential = [[Allergic dermatitis]], [[bacterial skin infection]] | |||
| prevention = Regular [[veterinary check-up]]s, [[flea and tick prevention]] | |||
| treatment = [[Topical treatment]], [[oral medication]], [[antibiotics]] for secondary infections | |||
| medication = [[Ivermectin]], [[selamectin]], [[moxidectin]] | |||
| prognosis = Good with treatment | |||
| frequency = Common in [[domestic animals]] | |||
}} | |||
[[File:Demodectic_mange_2.jpg|Demodectic mange|thumb|left]] | |||
[[File:Street_dog-Gianyar_Bali-2009.jpeg|Street dog in Gianyar, Bali|thumb]] | |||
[[File:Canine_scabies_mite.JPG|Canine scabies mite|thumb|left]] | |||
[[File:Scabies_puppy.jpg|Scabies in puppy|thumb]] | |||
'''Mange''' is a type of skin disease that is caused by parasitic mites. The mites that cause mange are microscopic organisms that burrow into the skin of the host animal and cause irritation and inflammation. Mange can affect a wide variety of animals, including dogs, cats, and humans. | '''Mange''' is a type of skin disease that is caused by parasitic mites. The mites that cause mange are microscopic organisms that burrow into the skin of the host animal and cause irritation and inflammation. Mange can affect a wide variety of animals, including dogs, cats, and humans. | ||
==Types of Mange== | ==Types of Mange== | ||
There are several different types of mange, each caused by a different species of mite. The most common types of mange include: | There are several different types of mange, each caused by a different species of mite. The most common types of mange include: | ||
* '''[[Sarcoptic mange]]''', also known as canine scabies, is caused by the mite ''[[Sarcoptes scabiei]]''. This type of mange is highly contagious and can be transmitted from animal to animal through direct contact. | * '''[[Sarcoptic mange]]''', also known as canine scabies, is caused by the mite ''[[Sarcoptes scabiei]]''. This type of mange is highly contagious and can be transmitted from animal to animal through direct contact. | ||
* '''[[Demodectic mange]]''', also known as red mange, is caused by the mite ''[[Demodex]]''. This type of mange is not contagious and is usually seen in animals with a weakened immune system. | * '''[[Demodectic mange]]''', also known as red mange, is caused by the mite ''[[Demodex]]''. This type of mange is not contagious and is usually seen in animals with a weakened immune system. | ||
* '''[[Cheyletiella mange]]''', also known as walking dandruff, is caused by the mite ''[[Cheyletiella]]''. This type of mange is contagious and can be transmitted from animal to animal through direct contact. | * '''[[Cheyletiella mange]]''', also known as walking dandruff, is caused by the mite ''[[Cheyletiella]]''. This type of mange is contagious and can be transmitted from animal to animal through direct contact. | ||
==Symptoms of Mange== | ==Symptoms of Mange== | ||
The symptoms of mange can vary depending on the type of mite causing the infection. However, common symptoms include: | The symptoms of mange can vary depending on the type of mite causing the infection. However, common symptoms include: | ||
* Intense itching | * Intense itching | ||
* Hair loss | * Hair loss | ||
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* Crusty, scaly skin | * Crusty, scaly skin | ||
* Sores and lesions on the skin | * Sores and lesions on the skin | ||
==Treatment of Mange== | ==Treatment of Mange== | ||
Treatment for mange typically involves the use of medications to kill the mites. In some cases, the animal may also need to be treated for secondary infections that can occur as a result of the mange. Treatment can take several weeks to months, depending on the severity of the infection. | Treatment for mange typically involves the use of medications to kill the mites. In some cases, the animal may also need to be treated for secondary infections that can occur as a result of the mange. Treatment can take several weeks to months, depending on the severity of the infection. | ||
==Prevention of Mange== | ==Prevention of Mange== | ||
Prevention of mange involves regular grooming and cleaning of the animal's living environment. In addition, animals should be kept away from other animals that are known to have mange. | Prevention of mange involves regular grooming and cleaning of the animal's living environment. In addition, animals should be kept away from other animals that are known to have mange. | ||
[[Category:Animal diseases]] | [[Category:Animal diseases]] | ||
[[Category:Skin conditions]] | [[Category:Skin conditions]] | ||
[[Category:Parasitic diseases]] | [[Category:Parasitic diseases]] | ||
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| Mange | |
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| Synonyms | N/A |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Hair loss, itching, inflammation |
| Complications | Secondary infection |
| Onset | Varies by type |
| Duration | Can be chronic |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Mite infestation |
| Risks | Close contact with infected animals |
| Diagnosis | Skin scraping, microscopic examination |
| Differential diagnosis | Allergic dermatitis, bacterial skin infection |
| Prevention | Regular veterinary check-ups, flea and tick prevention |
| Treatment | Topical treatment, oral medication, antibiotics for secondary infections |
| Medication | Ivermectin, selamectin, moxidectin |
| Prognosis | Good with treatment |
| Frequency | Common in domestic animals |
| Deaths | N/A |
Mange is a type of skin disease that is caused by parasitic mites. The mites that cause mange are microscopic organisms that burrow into the skin of the host animal and cause irritation and inflammation. Mange can affect a wide variety of animals, including dogs, cats, and humans.
Types of Mange[edit]
There are several different types of mange, each caused by a different species of mite. The most common types of mange include:
- Sarcoptic mange, also known as canine scabies, is caused by the mite Sarcoptes scabiei. This type of mange is highly contagious and can be transmitted from animal to animal through direct contact.
- Demodectic mange, also known as red mange, is caused by the mite Demodex. This type of mange is not contagious and is usually seen in animals with a weakened immune system.
- Cheyletiella mange, also known as walking dandruff, is caused by the mite Cheyletiella. This type of mange is contagious and can be transmitted from animal to animal through direct contact.
Symptoms of Mange[edit]
The symptoms of mange can vary depending on the type of mite causing the infection. However, common symptoms include:
- Intense itching
- Hair loss
- Redness and inflammation of the skin
- Crusty, scaly skin
- Sores and lesions on the skin
Treatment of Mange[edit]
Treatment for mange typically involves the use of medications to kill the mites. In some cases, the animal may also need to be treated for secondary infections that can occur as a result of the mange. Treatment can take several weeks to months, depending on the severity of the infection.
Prevention of Mange[edit]
Prevention of mange involves regular grooming and cleaning of the animal's living environment. In addition, animals should be kept away from other animals that are known to have mange.
