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The Prevalence Of Demodex Folliculorum On Eyelashes Of Symptomatic And Asymptomatic Normal Patients, Aoife Lloyd Mckernan, Veronica O'Dwyer, Orla Murphy
The Prevalence Of Demodex Folliculorum On Eyelashes Of Symptomatic And Asymptomatic Normal Patients, Aoife Lloyd Mckernan, Veronica O'Dwyer, Orla Murphy
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Purpose
To examine the prevalence of Demodex Folliculorum (DF) on the eyelashes of symptomatic and asymptomatic patients. DF is an eight legged ectoparasite present in humans. It is most commonly found on the face; cheeks, nose, chin and eyelashes. Ocular symptoms of DF infestation on the eyelashes include itching, dryness, surface irritation, burning, foreign body sensation, photophobia and reduced vision1
Method
Students and patients of the National Optometry Centre (NOC) (n=54), aged 19 – 78 years of age were assessed and sub-divided into 4 groups; Group (1) Control (n=12), Group (2) Signs, no symptoms (n = ?), Group (3) Symptoms, …