Demodectic Mange in Dogs. Save to mypetMD. Mange (demodicosis) is an inflammatory disease in dogs caused by various types of the Demodex mite. When the number of mites inhabiting the hair follicles and skin of the dog become exorbitant, it can lead to skin lesions, genetic disorders, problems with the immune system and hair loss (alopecia).
Osteoclasts are found on top of or next to existing bone tissue, sometimes in close proximity to osteoblasts. There is on-going race between the two cell types; osteoblasts make bone tissue while osteoclasts reabsorb it.
View Full Document. 4. Osteoclasts are bone-dissolving cells that form by fusion of monocytes. They break down bone and release its minerals to the blood. MATRIX 1. The organic matter in bone (one-third of the dry weight) is collagen, CAGs, proteoglycans and glycoproteins. 2.