Demodex folliculorum

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Demodex folliculorum is a microscopic mite that can survive only on the skin of humans. Most people host D. folliculorum on their skin particularly on the face, where sebaceous glands are most concentrated. Usually, the mites are considered an example of commensalism rather than parasitism; however they can cause disease, known as demodicosis or DB Demodex Blepharitis when in high number.

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