Beale Karin
Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists, Houston, TX 77027, USA.
J Feline Med Surg. 2012 Mar;14(3):209-13. doi: 10.1177/1098612X12439268.
In cats, three species of demodex mites have been identified as causes of demodicosis, which may manifest as pruritus, miliary dermatitis and/or self-induced alopecia. The condition has been recognized in various countries but does seem to show regional preferences.
Diagnosis of feline demodicosis can be a challenge as mites are not always readily found within scrapings of the skin examined microscopically. One or more species of demodex mite may be involved in an infestation. Furthermore, the condition can be difficult to treat effectively.
This review is intended as a clinical update for veterinary surgeons in practice who rarely encounter demodicosis.
在猫中，已鉴定出三种蠕形螨为蠕形螨病的病因，该病可能表现为瘙痒、粟粒性皮炎和/或自伤性脱毛。这种疾病在各个国家都已得到确认，但似乎确实存在地区偏好。
猫蠕形螨病的诊断可能具有挑战性，因为在显微镜检查的皮肤刮片中并不总是能轻易发现螨虫。一次感染可能涉及一种或多种蠕形螨。此外，这种疾病可能难以有效治疗。
本综述旨在为临床中很少遇到蠕形螨病的兽医提供临床最新信息。
