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Scabies

Scabies appears in the form of an itchy rash. The rash is caused by a female insect called a mite laying her eggs beneath the skin's surface.

Signs and symptoms

The main symptom of scabies is an itchy rash on hands, wrists, elbows, underneath arms, abdomen, breasts, genitals and anus.

How do you get it?

Any close physical contact can spread the infection.

Testing and treatment

A doctor or nurse can tell by looking at the rash whether or not you've got scabies. It's easily treatable with a special shampoo or lotion.