Trixacarus caviae infestation in two guinea pigs.
Sarcoptid mites identified as Trixacarus caviae (Acarina: Sarcoptidae) were found in skin scrapings taken from two pet guinea pigs with generalized skin lesions. Clinical signs included intense pruritus, widespread alopecia and hyperkeratosis. The lesions regressed following treatment with lime sulfur.
D000818:Animals; D005260:Female; D006168:Guinea Pigs / Q000469:parasitology*; D008924:Mite Infestations / Q000469:parasitology / Q000662:veterinary*; D008925:Mites / Q000166:cytology; D012376:Rodent Diseases / Q000469:parasitology*; D012867:Skin / Q000469:parasitology