PATHOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Human scabies is caused by an infestation of the skin by the human itch mite (Sarcoptes scabiei var. hominis). The microscopic scabies mite burrows into the upper layer of the skin where it lives and lays its eggs.

Detailed explanation-2: -Mange is a parasitic skin disease caused by microscopic mites. Two different mange mites cause this skin disease in dogs. One lives just under the surface of the skin (sarcoptic mange-see the handout “Sarcoptic Mange in Dogs” for more information), while the other resides in the hair follicles (demodectic mange).

Detailed explanation-3: -Mange is a generic term for skin conditions caused by certain species of mites in animals. When these mites affect people, the name for the issue is scabies. Mites are microscopic, eight-legged parasites that can live on animals, including dogs, cats, and humans.

Detailed explanation-4: -Sarcoptes scabiei or the itch mite is causing scabies which is a common skin infection in India. Dermatitis, trombiculosis, and mite dust allergy are common mite-borne diseases transmitted by Pyemotidae family.