Synonym(s)
skin parasites
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Ectoparasites which live completely (obligatory ectoparasites) or partially (optional ectoparasites), permanently (stationary ectoparasites) or temporarily (temporary ectoparasites) at the expense of other species. Skin diseases caused by dermatozoans (e.g. fleas, lice, bugs, mites, ticks, cercaria, helminths are called dermatozoonoses.
Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer