Challenges in the management of pediatric blepharokeratoconjunctivis / ocular rosacea [PDF]
Introduction: Childhood blepharokeratoconjunctivitis is a common lid margin inflammation with secondary ocular surface disease. Its etiology is unclear and there are no randomized controlled trials to support the superiority of any treatment option ...
Dahlmann-Noor, A +4 more
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Diabetes mellitus and necrotizing fasciitis – a deadly combination; case report [PDF]
Necrotizing fasciitis is a rapidly destructive affliction of soft tissues, with a mortality rate that may reach 73% of the cases. It is characterized by a progressive inflammation and extended necrosis of the subcutaneous tissue and the fascia ...
Andronache, Liliana Florina +8 more
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Pathogenic role of Demodex mites in blepharitis [PDF]
To summarize the key literature and our research experience regarding Demodex infestation as a potential cause of ocular inflammatory diseases with a special emphasis on Demodex blepharitis.Two distinct Demodex species have been confirmed as a cause of blepharitis: Demodex folliculorum can cause anterior blepharitis associated with disorders of ...
Jingbo, Liu +2 more
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Pediatric ocular rosacea, a misdiagnosed disease with high morbidity: Proposed diagnostic criteria [PDF]
Ocular rosacea is an important and underdiagnosed chronic inflammatory disorder observed in children. A clinical spectrum ranging from chronic eyelid inflammation, recurrent ocular redness, photophobia and/or hordeola/chalazions and conjunctival ...
Arriaga, C +3 more
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Antiparasitic Activity of Tea Tree Oil (TTO) and Its Components against Medically Important Ectoparasites: A Systematic Review [PDF]
Ectoparasites are pathogens that can infect the skin and cause immense pain, discomfort, and disease. They are typically managed with insecticides. However, the fast-emerging antimicrobial resistance and the slow rate of development of new bio-actives ...
Bezabh, Solomon Abrha +4 more
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Treatment of ocular Demodex infestation with topical ivermectin cream
Purpose: To evaluate the use of ivermectin 1% cream for the treatment of sleeves associated with Demodex blepharitis. Observations: A retrospective chart review was conducted on patients with moderate to dense sleeves secondary to Demodex folliculorum ...
Craig J. Helm
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Efficacy of Amitraz plus Metaflumizone for the treatment of canine demodicosis associated with Malassezia pachydermatis [PDF]
: This case reports the efficacy of metaflumizone plus amitraz spot-on formulation (ProMeris Duo(R); Fort Dodge) against generalized demodectic mange.
Claudia Cafarchia +4 more
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Prevalence of ocular demodicosis and ocular surface conditions in patients selected for cataract surgery [PDF]
The aim of the study was to analyze the prevalence of ocular demodicosis and ocular surface conditions in patients selected for cataract surgery. Eyelashes from 73 patients selected for cataract surgery were evaluated at × 40 and × 100 magnification ...
Bartosik K. +6 more
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Rosacea is a prevalent chronic cutaneous disorder with variable presentation and severity. Although considered a skin disease, rosacea may evolve the eyes in 58-72% of the patients, causing eyelid and ocular surface inflammation.
Hofling-Lima, Ana Luisa +2 more
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Demodex spp. are ectoparasites that live on mammal's skin. Demodex folliculorum Simon is important in the pathogenesis of blepharitis and other inflammatory skin diseases; however, the in vitro culture has not been achieved yet.
Humberto Maldonado +5 more
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