demodectic mange

demodectic mange
demodectic mange n mange caused by mites of the genus Demodex that burrow in the hair follicles esp. of dogs causing pustule formation and spreading bald patches compare CHORIOPTIC MANGE, SARCOPTIC MANGE

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mange caused by infestation with species of Demodex, characterized by folliculitis with pustule formation, usually on the head, neck, or shoulders; it is common in dogs and cattle and occurs sporadically in other species. Called also demodectic acariasis, demodicosis, and follicular m.

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