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Recognizing Scabies: How to Identify and Address This Contagious Skin Condition


Scabies is a highly contagious skin infestation caused by the microscopic mite Sarcoptes scabiei. It can affect people of all ages and backgrounds. Identifying scabies is crucial for timely treatment and preventing its spread. Here are the key steps to recognize scabies:


1. Itchy Rash: The hallmark symptom of scabies is an intense itching rash. This itch is often worse at night. The itching typically occurs because the female mites burrow into the skin to lay their eggs.


2. Rash Appearance: Scabies rashes can appear as tiny, red bumps or small blisters. They often appear in clusters and are commonly found in skin folds, such as between the fingers, wrists, elbows, armpits, waistline, buttocks, and genital area.


3. Burrows: In some cases, you may see thin, wavy, grayish-white lines on the skin's surface. These are the burrows made by the mites as they tunnel under the skin. They are often found in the same areas as the rash.


4. Secondary Infections: Due to excessive scratching, scabies rashes can become infected, leading to pimple-like sores or crusty lesions.


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