Scabies: Clinical Overview

Scabies is a highly contagious parasitic skin infestation by the mite Sarcoptes scabiei, causing intense itching (especially at night) and a characteristic rash in the web spaces of fingers, wrists, and genitals. Permethrin cream is the first-line treatment.

Key Symptoms of Scabies

Treatment Options for Scabies

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Related Symptom Combinations

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