The Demodex mite is a ubiquitous microscopic ectoparasite that colonises the pilosebaceous units on human skin, notably the eyelids, where it may contribute to conditions such as blepharitis and ...
A. Eyelid mites are also known as Demodex. They live in the follicles of the eyelashes. Some people seem to react strongly to them by developing inflammation.
Canine demodicosis, a skin disorder primarily caused by an overpopulation of Demodex mites, continues to be an important clinical problem in veterinary medicine. Recent advances have concentrated on ...