Parasitology

Sarcoptic Mange and Otodectes in Cats: Scrape Microscopy

Microscopic diagnosis of acariasis in cats: identification of Sarcoptes scabiei mites (sarcoptic mange) in skin scrapes and ear mites in otodectes wet mounts.

The first photo shows a Sarcoptes scabiei mite – sarcoptic mange. The second photo shows an ear mite – otodectes. All findings were discovered in cats. 🔬

🙏 This publication was kindly provided by Veterinary Doctor Elena Sheina.