Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Cat with itchy skin caused by Leporacarus gibbus mites
By Mirabela Oana Dumitrache et al.·Published in BMC Veterinary Research·2021·Department of Parasitology and Parasitic Diseases, University of Agricultural Sciences and Veterinary Medicine Cluj-Napoca, GB·View original on DOAJ →
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Original publication title: First case report of dermatitis associated with Leporacarus gibbus in cat
- Species:
- cat
Plain-English summary
A 14-month-old cat was brought in for severe itching and skin irritation, which was found to be caused by a rare mite called Leporacarus gibbus, typically associated with rabbits. The veterinarian identified the mites through a skin brushing and microscopic examination. This case is notable because it's the first time dermatitis linked to this specific mite has been reported in a cat. Treatment options for the cat would likely include medications to relieve itching and eliminate the mites.
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Abstract
Abstract Background Leporacarus gibbus is a highly specific acarian parasitizing in rabbits, with a proven zoonotic potential. While the majority of cases of L. gibbus infestation are asymptomatic, several cases of pruritic cutaneous condition in both laboratory and pet rabbits were reported. Up to date, L. gibbus has not been linked with clinical signs in any other species than rabbits and humans. Case presentation This case report described the clinical case of a 14-month-old cat with a dermatitis linked to L. gibbus. Mites specimens were collected by brushing, followed by light microscopy examination and species identification. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first report of L. gibbus-related dermatitis in cat. Conclusions L. gibbus infestation should be considered as a possible differential diagnosis of pruritic skin conditions in cat.
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Search related cases →Original publication on DOAJ: https://doi.org/10.1186/s12917-020-02681-0