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Ectoparasitic infestations in homeless children

Seminars in Pediatric Infectious Diseases, 2003
Most human ectoparasites live on the surface of their host and depend on that host to complete their life cycle. The most common ectoparasitic infestations of medical importance in humans include pediculosis, scabies, myiasis, and tungiasis. Different host factors are related, with increased risk of acquiring ectoparasitic infestation occurring among ...
Benjamin Estrada
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Anogenital lesions (viral diseases and ectoparasitic infestations): unapproved treatments

Clinics in Dermatology, 2002
In terms of improving the quality of life of patients with recurrent genital herpes simplex infection, suppressive antiviral therapy is an effective strategy. Acyclovir is the treatment of choice for herpes simplex virus (HSV) infections. In an Indian study it was stated that acyclovir was not being prescribed because of the high price of the drug ...
Yalcin Tüzün
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A survey of the ectoparasitic infestations of dogs in Nigeria

Journal of Small Animal Practice, 1975
ABSTRACTBetween January and December 1973, a survey of ectoparasitic infections of domestic dogs was carried out at Ibadan. The ectoparasites were detached from dogs brought for treatment at the two veterinary clinics in Ibadan and from those living in the less developed areas of Ibadan.
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Contagious itch and disgust during a lecture on ectoparasitic infestations: Two co‐activated complementary parasite defense systems?

Dermatologic Therapy, 2020
(Audio-)visual itch transmission is referred to as "contagious itch" (CI) and has been linked to an evolutionarily ingrained ectoparasite defense system.
Marise Kamber, Alexander Navarini, Simon Mueller   +2 more
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A review on the treatment and control of ectoparasite infestations in equids

Journal of Veterinary Pharmacology and Therapeutics, 2020
Ectoparasites infestations are a growing concern to horse owners and equine veterinarians alike. Ectoparasites cause significant health and welfare issues and can potentially can serve as vectors for a variety of pathogens. The prevalence of ectoparasites increases around the world, and especially in horses information on the successful prevention and ...
Inga Karasek, Catherine Butler, Ronald Baynes, Arno Werners   +3 more
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Ectoparasitic sea lice (Lepeophtheirus salmonis and Caligus elongatus) infestations of wild, adult, one sea-winter Atlantic salmon Salmo salar returning to Scotland

Marine Ecology - Progress Series, 2006
Caligid ectoparasitic copepods are major pathological pests on cultured Atlantic salmon Salmo salar L., and their population biology has been well studied in the farm environment. The ecology of caligid infestations of wild salmon is, by contrast, rather
Todd, Christopher David, Whyte, BDM, Walker, AM, MacLean, JC   +3 more
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Prevalence of Ectoparasitic Mite Infestations in Cats with Special Reference to Sarcoptes scabiei, Notoedres cati, and Otodectes cynotis

UTTAR PRADESH JOURNAL OF ZOOLOGY
Ectoparasitic mite infestations are among the most important dermatological disorders affecting cats and lead to pruritus, skin lesions, and otic disease.
Kaluvai Sahithi, Soujanya Samala, Swathi Bora, Katta Charith, Karumuri Jessie Irvine Raj, Doggela Prathibha, Nalabothula Laxmi Prasanna, Boinepally Ramya   +7 more
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Ectoparasite infestation – treatment and prophylaxis

2021
This chapter discusses ectoparasiticidal drugs, then focuses on the treatment for specific ectoparasites and prophylaxis.
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Ectoparasite infestation – clinical presentation

2021
This chapter covers the pathogenesis of various ectoparasites and the clinical approach to them, as well as diagnostic techniques.
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