Synonym(s)
Demodex mite; Demodex mites; Follicle mite; Follicle mites; hair follicle mite; hair follicle mites
DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.
0.1-0.3 mm large, eyeless human ectoparasite; almost obligatory (in 97% of adults) inhabitant of the hair follicles and sebaceous glands, especially in the area of the face, auricles, nipples and Meibomian glands. Demodex folliculorum can be the cause of folliculitis, in rare cases also of an abscessing inflammation(demodex folliculitis).
The etiopathological significance of Demodex folliculorum (e.g. in rosacea) is currently being redefined. S.a.u. Demodicosis.
LiteratureThis section has been translated automatically.
- Aydogan K et al (2006) Facial abscess-like conglomerates associated with Demodex mites. J Eur Acad Dermatol Venereol 20: 1002-1004
- Holmes AD (2013) Potential role of microorganisms in the pathogenesis of rosacea. JAm
Acad Dermatol 69:1025-1032
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