Bethany R. Rohr

Mar 6, 2024 | mdedge.com | Amy Johnson |Bethany R. Rohr

Carpet beetle larvae of the family Dermestidae have been documented to cause both acute and delayed hypersensitivity reactions in susceptible individuals. These larvae have specialized horizontal rows of spear-shaped hairs called hastisetae, which detach easily into the surrounding environment and are small enough to travel by air.