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Mite-Transmitted Dermatoses and Infectious Diseases in Returning Travelers.
- Source :
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Journal of Travel Medicine . Jan/Feb2010, Vol. 17 Issue 1, p21-31. 11p. 3 Color Photographs, 3 Charts. - Publication Year :
- 2010
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Abstract
- The article presents a literature review on the most common dermatoses and infectious diseases transmitted through mites which affect returning travelers. It is stated that mites are tissue-juice feeders and transmit infectious microbial diseases such as rickettsial pox and scrub typhus. It details the prevention, clinical manifestations and management of mite-transmitted dermatoses and infectious diseases. It also mentions the geographic distribution and maintenance of common mite species.
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 11951982
- Volume :
- 17
- Issue :
- 1
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- Journal of Travel Medicine
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 47285248
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1708-8305.2009.00352.x