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I have been diagnosed with seborrheic dermatitis but some of my symptoms are similar to demodex mite infestation? struggling with the itch.

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Dr. Ed Friedlander answered

Minor mystery: Nobody really knows how prevalent demodex is, and what role it may play in some of the dermatitis syndromes especially on the face.

Dr Altman agreed

Answered 11/11/2014

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A member asked:

I have been diagnosed with seborrheic dermatitis but some of my symptoms are similar to demodex mite infestation? struggling with the itch.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ed Friedlander answered

Dr Altman agreed

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