Parasitic skin diseases.
Abstract: In this discussion of parasitic skin diseases of horses, details on life cycles are given to aid the understanding and development of control strategies.
Publication Date: 1986-08-01 PubMed ID: 2874877DOI: 10.1016/s0749-0739(17)30725-3Google Scholar: Lookup
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This research investigates parasitic skin diseases in horses, providing information on their life cycles to help understand and devise effective control strategies.
Article Overview
This research article delves into the study of parasitic skin diseases which afflict horses. The main goal of the study is to understand the life cycles of the parasites that cause these diseases in order to further comprehend how the diseases spread and, thereby, come up with effective control strategies.
Understanding Parasitic Life Cycles
- The authors emphasize the significance of understanding the life cycles of the parasites. This includes how the parasites reproduce, their growth phases, and their methods of infestation.
- This understanding is crucial as it helps in discovering the weaknesses or vulnerabilities in the life cycle of the parasites which can be targeted to control their spread.
Implications for Disease Control
- By studying the life cycles of these parasites, the researchers can then devise specific strategies and treatments to prevent or curb the spread of the diseases they cause.
- These strategies could involve methods aimed at disrupting the reproduction or growth stages of the parasites.
Impact on Animal Health
- Parasitic skin diseases can tremendously affect the health of horses. Symptoms can range from minor skin irritations to severe health hazards.
- The study contributes crucial knowledge that can help address these conditions, significantly improving the health and wellbeing of affected horse populations.
Cite This Article
APA
Foil L, Foil C.
(1986).
Parasitic skin diseases.
Vet Clin North Am Equine Pract, 2(2), 403-437.
https://doi.org/10.1016/s0749-0739(17)30725-3 Publication
Researcher Affiliations
MeSH Terms
- Acari
- Animals
- Ceratopogonidae
- Culicidae
- Diptera
- Horse Diseases / etiology
- Horse Diseases / prevention & control
- Horses
- Mites
- Myiasis / veterinary
- Nematode Infections / veterinary
- Onchocerciasis / veterinary
- Pesticides / therapeutic use
- Phthiraptera
- Skin Diseases, Parasitic / etiology
- Skin Diseases, Parasitic / prevention & control
- Skin Diseases, Parasitic / veterinary
- Spirurida Infections / etiology
- Ticks
Citations
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- Paradis M, Villeneuve A. Efficacy of Ivermectin against Cheyletiella yasguri Infestation in Dogs.. Can Vet J 1988 Aug;29(8):633-5.
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