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Genetically distinct dog-derived and human-derived Sarcoptes scabiei in scabies-endemic communities in northern Australia.
The American journal of tropical medicine and hygiene - 1 Oct 1999
Walton S F, Choy J L, Bonson A, Valle A, McBroom J, Taplin D, Arlian L, Mathews J D, Currie B, Kemp D J
Abstract excerpt
Overcrowding is a significant factor contributing to endemic infection with Sarcoptes scabiei in human and animal populations. However, since scabies mites from different host species are indistinguishable morphologically, it is unclear whether people can be infected from scabies-infested animals...
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