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Dermatitis by Cheyletus eruditus in man
Bianca Carolina Zanardi Porto1, Jéssica Carla Martins Couto1, Daniel Roulim Stainki1
1Department of Microbiology and Parasitology, Universidade Federal Santa Maria, Brazil.
Veterinary Parasitology, Regional Studies and Reports
|April 25, 2019
Summary
Cheyletidae mites, specifically Cheyletus eruditus, were found to cause skin disease in humans. This diagnosis is challenging due to mite size and environmental factors, leading to potential misdiagnosis.
Area of Science:
- Zoology
- Dermatology
- Parasitology
Background:
- Cheyletidae mites are recognized for causing animal injuries.
- Human parasitic infections by Cheyletidae mites are infrequently documented.
- Accurate diagnosis is hindered by the mites' small size (0.2–1.6 mm) and insufficient environmental investigation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To report the occurrence of Cheyletus eruditus, a Prostigmata mite from the Cheyletidae family, parasitizing humans.
- To document a case of human infestation by Cheyletus eruditus in a residential setting.
Main Methods:
- Microscopic examination of mites collected from the human host and the environment.
- Identification of the mite species based on morphological characteristics.
Main Results:
- The mite Cheyletus eruditus (Cheyletidae family) was identified as the cause of skin disease in human inhabitants.
- The mites were found parasitizing humans within a residence in Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil.
Conclusions:
- Cheyletus eruditus can parasitize humans, causing skin conditions.
- Environmental investigation is crucial for diagnosing Cheyletidae mite infestations in humans to prevent misdiagnosis.
