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Small Animal Dermatology Q&A 11 (view source)
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''Sarcoptes scabiei'' mite.
''Sarcoptes scabiei'' mite.
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|q2=What clinical signs are associated with this parasite infestation?
|q2=What clinical signs are associated with this parasite infestation?
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*In many patients, lesions may be absent but thinly haired areas, the ventrum, elbows, and ear margins, are often good sites to find mites.
*In many patients, lesions may be absent but thinly haired areas, the ventrum, elbows, and ear margins, are often good sites to find mites.
*Both deep and superficial skin scrapings should be done to increase the chances of finding the mites.
*Both deep and superficial skin scrapings should be done to increase the chances of finding the mites.
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|l2=Sarcoptic Mange
|q3=What new diagnostic test is available, and what are the limitations of the test?
|q3=What new diagnostic test is available, and what are the limitations of the test?
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