From the Research
Kher mites syndrome is not a recognized medical condition in current medical literature, and if you're experiencing skin symptoms, you should consult with a healthcare provider for proper diagnosis. There is no established syndrome with this specific name in dermatology, parasitology, or other medical specialties. Common mite-related conditions include scabies (caused by Sarcoptes scabiei), demodex infestations, or bird mites.
Treatment Options
Treatment typically depends on the specific mite causing the problem and may include:
- Topical permethrin 5% cream
- Oral ivermectin (200-400 mcg/kg as a single dose, sometimes repeated after 1-2 weeks) 1
- Other antiparasitic medications Additionally, environmental measures like washing bedding and clothing in hot water and vacuuming living spaces thoroughly are important to prevent reinfestation.
Mite-Related Conditions
Mites generally cause symptoms by burrowing into skin or hair follicles, triggering inflammatory and allergic reactions in the body. If you're experiencing unexplained skin symptoms, it's essential to seek medical evaluation rather than self-diagnosing with an unrecognized syndrome. According to a recent review, scabies affects 200 to 300 million individuals annually, and transmission usually occurs after close prolonged skin-to-skin contact 2.
Diagnosis and Prevention
A clinical diagnosis of classic scabies can be made on the basis of the history and clinical findings, and finding the mite, ova, or fecal pellets on microscopic examination of scrapings taken from skin lesions confirms the diagnosis of scabies infestation. Increased awareness, accurate diagnosis, and prompt treatment are essential for the effective control of scabies and for the prevention of the spread of the disease 2.