Ear mites

Ear mites are microscopic arthropods that live in the ear canal and cause some discomfort to the host. 😥

Ear mites in humans are relatively rare but quite widespread in animals, especially pets. 🐕

Different types of mites can infect the ears of humans or animals. Otodectes cynotis (Gk. oto=ear, dectes=biter, cynotis=of the dog) are the most common species, but not the only ones.

Other mites, including Demodex, can also cause ear problems.