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Scabies is a contagious skin infection caused by tiny, burrowing mites called Sarcoptes scabiei. It can spread via physical contact in the entire family.

Scabies is a contagious skin infection which can spread via physical contact with an infected person in a family, or at school. It can spread by sex, sharing of clothes, towels and bedding that contain the itch mite.

Signs and symptoms of scabies are
-Itching
-rash (superficial burrows) in the area of finger webs, feet, back, buttocks.
-thick crusts of skin

Scabies is diagnosed by
- signs /symptoms and physical examination
-Microscopic examinations of skin lesions
Scabies is usually diagnosed by typical signs like visible superficial burrows.

Yes, it is possible to treat scabies. Several medications in form of creams and lotions are available for treatment of scabies like permethrin, lindane, crotamiton, and ivermectin. You have to apply lotion to the entire body and leave the medication for 10-12 hours. Treatment of family members is essential to prevent its spread. Anti-histaminies should also be taken to reduce itching.