Rat mite, tropical

Author:Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Synonym(s)

Ornithonyssus bacofi; Ornithonyssus bacoti; Tropical rat mite

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Mite belonging to the Gamasidae family, infesting rats and mice. Humans can serve as substitute hosts (rat mite dermatitis)

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Itchy, papular skin lesions.

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Glucocorticoids if necessary.

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Rat and mouse disposal.

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer