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- Rats are usually affected by parasitic skin diseases like
mange , fleas and lice . Ear mange can cause severe dermatitis and needs special treatment
which as usual , should be provided by a licensed veterinarian .
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- Ringworm might be seen in rats, and can cause disease in
humans too . Diagnosis is made by culture of skin crusts and hairs . Treatment should be
implemented by a veterinarian upon identification of species .
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- Fleas and lice can also affect rats and treatment includes
use of topical , systemic antiparasitic drugs , and environmental measures .
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