Presence of Demodex spp. on the face and scalp in patients affected by papulopustular rosacea of face

• DOI: 10.23736/s2784-8671.24.07877-0
• Publication Date: 2024-07-29T08:13:47Z
• Authors: Ilaria TRAVE; Ilaria SALVI; Irene SCHIAVETTI; Paola CANEPA; Chiara SILVA; Aurora PARODI; Emanuele COZZANI
• Keywords: Papulopustular

The increased proliferation of Demodex mites in the pilosebaceous unit can be cause rosacea flare-ups on face. Signs and symptoms scalp (e.g., itching, dandruff) have sometimes been reported patients with papulopustular face; they may due to a scalp.