Follicle mite

Pronunciation
/FOL-i-kle MYT/
Category
Acarology
Singular
Follicle mite
Plural
Follicle mites

Definition

Mites that live in hair follicles, particularly Demodex spp., which are commonly found on humans.

Etymology

Example

Demodex mites are often associated with skin conditions like rosacea.

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