Difference between revisions of "Trixacarus"

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Revision as of 21:21, 25 June 2010

  • Causes severe pruritus in laboratory rodents
  • Burrowing activity causes biting, scratching and irritation
    • Leads to inflammation, pruritus and alopecia
  • Affected areas show acanthosis and hyperkeratosis
  • Death can occur within 3-4 months of infection
  • Transmission is due to close contact between mother and offspring