SCABIES
What is Scabies?
Scabies is a skin disease that is caused by the parasite Sarcopltes scabiei, and belongs to the same family as the spider.
How do I get Scabies?
Scabies is transmitted through close physical contact with a person who has scabies, or prolonged contact with bedding, towels, clothing, or furniture that may have been exposed to scabies.
What are the symptoms of Scabies?
The most common symptom of scabies is intense itching, especially at night. Symptoms will begin 1-4 days after exposure for a person who has had scabies before, and four-six weeks for those infected for the first time.
Other symptoms will include small bumps in dark curling lines or rashes on the penis, buttocks, breasts, wrists, thighs, around the naval, and between the fingers.
How is Scabies diagnosed?
Scabies is best diagnosed by microscopic examination of a skin scraping by a Medical Provider.
How is Scabies treated?
Scabies can be treated with non-prescription medications, and repeated head-to-toe application may be needed to completely get rid of scabies.
All bedding, clothing, etc. that may have been exposed to scabies should be thoroughly washed or dry-cleaned.
How do I prevent Scabies?
Avoid physical contact with anyone who has Scabies until they are completely gone. Avoid contact with clothing, bedding, or furniture of someone who has Scabies as well.
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