Demodex Mites: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention
5. Causes
Experts do not understand the exact mechanisms that cause symptomatic Demodex infestations. Some research suggests that the mites physically block the hair follicle or carry disease-causing bacteria. Alternatively, as they die, the mite bodies may trigger a hypersensitiveve response or innate immune response. It is also unclear if the mites themselves trigger symptoms, or if the mites simply prefer skin that is experiencing issues like rosacea.
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