Definition
acariasis
noun
- A disease or condition caused by infestation with mites or ticks, particularly parasitic acarids.
Usage: medical; technical
Examples
- The veterinarian diagnosed the dog with acariasis after observing mite infestation under the microscope.
- Acariasis in poultry can lead to significant economic losses if left untreated.
- Certain species of mites are responsible for causing acariasis in both domestic and wild animals.
- The patient's skin condition was determined to be acariasis rather than a simple allergic reaction.
- Preventive measures against acariasis include regular cleaning and proper hygiene practices.