What if it appears in humans due to prolonged contact with the sick cat ?Is the treatement different ? What to do then?
is 2-(2,4-dimethilphenyl-imino)-3 methyl-4thiasolin hydrochloride (cure I've got for the cat in the pet pharmacy) safe for human usage??
Answers:
Hi Connie.as I understand that only one specific demodex species can infect only one type host animal and another species of the demodex infects another species such as humans.one demodex for bovines, etc. A vet can confirm this fact as well.
Some prescriptions are best not shared between humans and animals . the dosage requirements are different and many drugs may not be safe for consumption as well. A pharmacist would be able to indicate this information in more detail.
Here's a website about Demodicosis and elaborate the unlikeliness of cross infection: http://www.peteducation.com/article.cfm?.
How is demodicosis treated?
Once the mite has been identified, there are several options for treatment. In the localized form, a topical solution of rotenone or diluted amitraz solution can be applied. Dips containing lime sulfur or shampoos containing carbaryl can also be effective. Oral ivermectin is used by some veterinarians with success. Many of these products are not approved for use in cats and all treatments must be performed and monitored by a veterinarian.
If a cat develops the generalized form, the veterinarian should perform a diagnostic test to rule out an underlying condition. Once the underlying disease is identified and being treated, the demodectic lesions may heal on their own.
In some cases, there is a secondary bacterial infection which will need to be treated with antibiotics.
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