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Scabies. Daria Hagan. General Description. Scabies is a very itchy skin rash with tiny blisters or sores cause by mites. Scientific Description . Sarcoptes scabiei , or itch mites, burrow into the stratum corneum , or top layer of skin, causing an allergic reaction. Symptoms.
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Scabies Daria Hagan
General Description • Scabies is a very itchy skin rash with tiny blisters or sores cause by mites.
Scientific Description • Sarcoptesscabiei, or itch mites, burrow into the stratum corneum, or top layer of skin, causing an allergic reaction.
Symptoms • Rash with blisters or sores • Children and older adults have worst itching • Many take several weeks for symptoms to appear • Often affects family members at the same time
Cause • SarcoptesScabiei/itch mite • Spread by close contact with those infected
Cure • Doctor prescribed cream or lotion • Ivermectin- ant parasitic medication • Wash all bedding and clothes
Worst Case Scenario • The itching can lead to open wounds that can get infected and left untreated are potentially fatal.
Facts • Can be passed between humans and pets • 300 million cases per year • Frequently affects homeless, but occurs in all socioeconomic groups
Sources • http://www.webmd.com/skin-problems-and-treatments/tc/scabies-topic-overview • http://www.iup.edu/page.aspx?id=104189 • http://www.dog-health-problems-online.com/dog-mites.html • http://www.stanford.edu/class/humbio103/ParaSites2004/Scabies/Scabies%20Home.htm • http://www.klimadeodorant.com/Naturasil-Scabies-Topical-Cream-Treatment.html