Dermatocoptic

/ˌdɜːmətəˈkɒptɪk/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or caused by dermatocoptes mites; characterized by skin damage from parasitic mite infestation.

Etymology

From 'dermatocoptes' with the adjective suffix '-ic'. This medical adjective describes conditions specifically caused by this mite genus.

Kelly Says

A dermatocoptic infection in a dog looks horrifying—the mites tunnel through skin creating visible burrows and the dog becomes nearly hairless from scratching.

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