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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.

Answered 7/21/2018

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How do you treat demodex mites on humans?

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Dr. Peterson Pierre answered

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