Scabies (likely)

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Scabies is an itchy skin condition caused by the microscopic mite Sarcoptes scabei. It is common all over the world, and can affect anyone. Scabies spreads quickly in crowded conditions where there is frequent skin-to-skin contact between people. generated by SI from cited sources · general information, not a diagnosis · consult a health professional

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What it is

Scabies is an itchy skin condition caused by the microscopic mite Sarcoptes scabei. It is common all over the world, and can affect anyone. Scabies spreads quickly in crowded conditions where there is frequent skin-to-skin contact between people.

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Symptoms

Findings that point to it: night itch, burrows, contacts itch, itchy rash.

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When to seek care

See a qualified clinician to confirm or rule this out, sooner if symptoms worsen.

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Diagnosis

Tests used to confirm: treat patient and all household contacts together.

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Care & treatment

Treatment is decided by a clinician after confirming the diagnosis. No dosing information is given here.

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Clinical guideline

IACS 2020 consensus criteria for scabies diagnosis

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