Hedgehog Dermatophytosis: Understanding <i>Trichophyton erinacei</i> Infection in Pet Hedgehogs and Its Implications for Human Health
Pet hedgehogs, which are increasingly favoured companions, have garnered attention due to their potential as carriers of zoonotic diseases. These small insectivorous mammals, native to Europe, Asia, and Africa, are commonly kept as pets. The encroachment of humans into hedgehog habitats has brought...
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Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2023-11-01
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Series: | Journal of Fungi |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2309-608X/9/12/1132 |