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*Similar to [[Sarcoptes|''Sarcoptes'']] but half the size
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*Causes severe pruritus in laboratory rodents
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Trixacarus mites are [[Burrowing Mites|burrowing mites]] of rodents. They cause Trixacaral mange, particularly in Guinea pigs.
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*Burrowing activity causes biting, scratching and irritation
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==Identification==
**Leads to inflammation, pruritus and alopecia
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*Affected areas show acanthosis and hyperkeratosis
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The mites are similar to [[Sarcoptes|''Sarcoptes'']] mites, but half the size. The mites can be identified from [[Notodectes|''Notodectes']] mites by their prominent sharp dorsal spines.
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==Life cycle==
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Trixacarus mites have a '''3 week''' life cycle and can only survive a few weeks off the host. They are species specific and can be transmitted through direct contact, particularly through close contact between mother and offspring.
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==Infection==
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The mites cause severe pruritus in laboratory rodents and guinea pigs. Their burrowing activity causes biting, scratching and irritation. This leads to  to inflammation, pruritus and alopecia. Affected areas show acanthosis and hyperkeratosis. Death can occur within 3-4 months of infection if it is not treated.
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*Death can occur within 3-4 months of infection
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*Transmission is due to close contact between mother and offspring
   
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