Question 1

is there any way to cure or treat demodex?

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Multiple: Various treatments can help, including some you can try yourself. A good source for some suggestions is at: http://emedicine.Medscape.Com/article/1203895-treatment.

Question 2

what is demodex and whag are the signs/symptoms?

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Torsemide: Demadex is a brand name for torsemide which is a loop diuretic which increases excretion of sodium, chloride and water.  It is used in heart failure, renal failure, high blood pressure or cirrosis of the liver.  It can have a number of side effects from cardiovascular, nervous system, skin, gut issues, impotence and metabolic issues in some patients.

Question 3

how do you treat demodex mites on humans?

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Demodex mites: These are usually treated with topical antifungals.  It is unclear if these mites are involved in causing skin conditions like rosacea or if they are innocent bystanders.

Question 4

how do you get rid of mange or demodex?

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Permethrin: Topical Permethrin or oral Ivermectin have been used for this.

Question 5

do demodex mites causes the skin to be oily?

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Yes they do: Demodex mites live in sebaceous glands and are associated with oily skin. They can be treated with an antibiotic but may recur.   Other treatments for oily skin and rosacea need to be used. See your dermatologist for ongoing help

Question 6

what is the symptoms of demodex mites in skin ?

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See below: Dog mange caused by demodex mites is not considered to be highly contagious to humans with strong immune systems, but mange caused by sarcoptic or cheyletiella mites is extremely contagious to all humans. When passed to humans, sarcoptic mites may cause mosquito like bumps or a full blown scabies infestation of the skin. Cheyletiella mites can cause itchy rashes and remain on human skin for extended period

Question 7

symptoms of demodex mites in skin ? please full answer :)

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Itching/Inflammation: The mites live in the hair follicle and oil glands of the skin.It carries bacteria and when it dies releases this bacteria which causes an immune reaction leading to inflammation and redness. the mites move to the skin surface at night causing a sensation of bugs under the skin.Treatment of the infection and underlying disorder is key to it,s eradication

Question 8

what is the most effective treatment for demodex blepharitis?

Accepted Answer

Tea tree oil: A simple, inexpensive remedy is tea tree oil.  After your diagnosis of the condition by your ophthalmologist (other things may look the same), then clean and dry your lids twice per day and apply a thin layer of tea tree oil to the lash margins of the closed eyelids.  This will get rid of this pest in 1-2 weeks.

Question 9

how long will demodex die off symptoms last after taking oral ivermectin for demodicosis folliculorum?

Accepted Answer

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Ivermectin kills the mites within a few hours, but it may take a week or two for all symptoms to resolve.  If your immune system is compromised, it may take several weeks.

Question 10

i have dry and flaky(peeling) cheeks why does this occur ? can this be a sign of demodex mites ?

Accepted Answer

Rash on face: Demodex is thought to cause inflammation in the skin and may cause rosacea  and pimples.

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Symptoms of demodex mites in skin ? please full answer :)

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How long will demodex die off symptoms last after taking oral ivermectin for demodicosis folliculorum?

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I have dry and flaky(peeling) cheeks why does this occur ? can this be a sign of demodex mites ?

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