
Demodex mites infestation is mostly known as a conditional-pathogenic parasite in dogs. But there are also Demodex mites that affect humans, which according to studies, 90% of teenagers have this as the cause of their severe acne.
In Dogs, the parasites are usually passed on from mother to puppy. In humans, the hormonal changes in the adolescent cause their sebaceous glands to produce more sebum, making the skin of the host a perfect thriving environment for the Demodex mites. For both, the...