Mite-Human Interactions

ISBN-13: 9780443235245 / Miękka / 2023 / 300 str.

James H. (Professor of Public Health and Preventive Medicine

Spis treści

1. Introduction to Mite-Borne Infections, Infestations, and Allergies
2. Chiggers or Trombiculosis
3. Scabies
4. Rickettsialpox
5. Scrub Typhus
6. Human Follicle Mites and Demodicidosis
7. Zoonotic (Animal) Mites and Allergies
8. Insect (Itch) Mites and Allergies
9. Plant, Food, Food Storage, and Dust Mites and Allergies
10. Disparities in Mite-Borne Infections, Infestations, and Allergies
11. Delusional Infestations by Mites and Other Parasites
12. The Prevention and Control of Mite-Borne Infections, Infestations, and Allergies
13. Insect Repellants vs. Insecticides: Efficacy, Safety, and Toxicity
14. Conclusions