Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Walking dandruff and Cheyletiella dermatitis.
- Journal:
- Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology
- Year:
- 1986
- Authors:
- Rivers, J K et al.
- Species:
- cat
Plain-English summary
Two cats were brought in because they were very itchy and had a rash. The cause was identified as Cheyletiella mites, which are tiny parasites that can live on cats. With the help of a veterinarian, the correct diagnosis was made, and effective treatment was started. The treatment worked well to resolve the issues caused by the mites.
Abstract
Two patients presented with pruritus and rash caused by Cheyletiella mites that lived on our patients' cats. Only with veterinary assistance was the correct diagnosis made and effective therapy instituted.
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