Common Treatment of Demodex Mites

BACKGROUND AND ABJECTIVEDemodex is a microscopic mite that naturally resides on the skin of humans and animals. they live in hair follicles or sebaceous glands. an overgrowth or infestation can lead to various skin conditions. Demodex can cause diseases such as blepharitis, rosacea, seborrheic dermatitis, hair loss and acne. With diagnostic methods, if the density is more than ۵ Demodex in ۱ square centimeter, the practitoner will start the treatment for the patient. Topical medications are often the first line of treatment for Demodex infestations. Prescription creams, gels, and lotions or ointments are commonly used to kill Demodex mites and reduce associated symptoms. In more severe cases or when topical treatments are ineffective, oral medications may be prescribed to control Demodex populations.MATERIALS AND METHODSafter studing many articles with key words: Demodex mites, treatments,rosacea, mites,Demodex diseases, from data bases such as pubmed, researchgate, google scholar and etc, data have collected.RESULTS AND DISCUSSIONPrescription creams, gels, or ointments containing active ingredients such as metronidazole, permethrin, sulfur, or tea tree oil are commonly used to kill the mites and reduce associated symptoms. In more severe cases or when topical treatments are ineffective,prescribed oral Ivermectin, an anti-parasitic medication, is frequently used to treat Demodex infestations. It works by interfering with the mites' nervous system, ultimately leading to their death.CONCLUSIONIt is recommended to avoid the use of oral and chemical drugs as much as possible due to the high complications and negative effects they may have on other organs of the body.The best and safest treatment is the use of face wash solutions and gels, shampoos and topical creams that contain tea tree oil (Specific percentage). Due to being less dangerous and being herbal, they are more useful for destroying demodex mites.Maintaining good hygiene practices is crucial in managing Demodex infestations. Regularly washing the affected areas with mild cleansers(with tea tree oil) can help keep the mite population under control. Treating underlying conditions can help improve symptoms associated with Demodex. Dermatologists may prescribe specific medications or recommend skincare routines tailored to address both the primary skin condition and the Demodex infestation.

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Demodex Mites ، Tea Tree Oil ، Ivermectin ، Permethrin and Treatment