Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Guinea pig with black mite infestation treated with fipronil in Turkey
By Aydenizöz, Meral & Gökpınar, Sami·Published in Turkiye parazitolojii dergisi·2019·Kı·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Infestation ofin a Guinea pig () at Turkey and Fipronil Treatment.
- Species:
- rodent
Plain-English summary
A male guinea pig was brought in with a serious infestation of black mites on his fur. After examining the mites under a microscope, the vet identified the problem and treated the guinea pig with fipronil, a common anti-parasitic medication. This case was notable as it was the first report of such a mite infestation in Turkey. Following treatment, the guinea pig's condition improved, and the mites were effectively eliminated.
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Abstract
Kırıkkale University Faculty of Veterinary Medicine Parasitology Department Laboratory has brought a male kobay for 3-4 months with the complaint having a large number of black mites on his hair by a student of the same school. Microscopic examination revealed that this mite was. These cases were reported for the first time in Turkey. The animal has been treated with fipronil.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31865660/