Iranian Veterinary Journal

Iranian Veterinary Journal

A Case report of western rabbit (Lepus europaeus) infestation to Cheyletiella parasitivorax in Isfahan

Document Type : Case report

Authors
Seyed Reza Hosseini 1
Mehran TajmirRiahi 2
Majid Sheikhy Ghehi 3
1 Assistant Professor, Department of Pathobiology,Faculty of Veterinary Medicine and Research Institute of Zoonotic Diseases,Islamic Azad University,ShahrekordBranch,Shahrekord-Iran
2 Graduated from the general Veterinary Medicine Doctorate Course, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Islamic Azad University, Shahrekord Branch, Shahrekord, Iran
3 Graduated from Masters Course in Veterinary Medicine, Islamic Azad University, Alborz Science and Research Unit, Karaj, Iran
10.22055/ivj.2020.127892.2035
Abstract
    Cheyletiella mites live on the skin, causing irritation and itchiness. A distinguishing feature of this mite species are the large, claw-like mouthparts. Though humans are not a natural host for this parasite, Cheyletiella mites can live on humans for a while, causing an itchy rash. In one case, the referral of a rabbit to a clinic in Isfahan, which was detected by microscopic examination of the lesion site, was observed in the Cheyletiella parasitivorax parasite. In this study, in addition to the rabbit, all family members who kept the rabbit at home had inflammation and itching of the skin, especially in the lower parts of the hands. Considering that this parasite in humans can cause itching, attention to this parasite is important. The case is the first report in the Isfahan region. It is also the first to be reported in wild rabbits in Iran. Since the prevalence of this infection in Iran has not been studied, the present report can be of great importance.
Keywords
Lepus europaeus
Cheyletiella parasitivorax
Isfahan
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