Possible Complications and Diagnosis of Demodex Mites
Demodex mites are often easily treated. In most cases, there are no further complications after treatment. If left untreated, nevertheless, they may result in one of the following health issues:
– Dermatitis: Irritated and sensitive skin with signs like pain, itching, and redness
– Blepharitis: Inflamed eyelids that lead to watering and redness
– Rosacea: A skin issue that results in pustules, redness, and inflammation on your face [6]
A doctor can diagnose Demodex mites in skin biopsy or skin scraping. To do this, they need to scrap your skin cells gently from an oily skin area, such as around your mouth or nose, because these organisms feed the oil on the skin. After that, hair follicles and skin cells from the sample are analyzed under a microscope to detect any sign of Demodex mites. Based on the total number of mites, your doctor can determine whether there is an overgrowth. In some cases, the look of your skin can help identify Demodex mites. People with an overgrowth of these mites tend to have a white sheen on the skin. [7]
