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Q: What kind of parasite is scabies?
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What is the medical term for mite infestation?

The "itch mite" is the parasite that causes the condition called "scabies".


Is scabies a virus or a bacteria?

yes! im not sure if it is accurate though so you might want to double check!


What's Scabies?

Scabies is an infection of the skin which causes an itchy rash. Scavies are a type of parasite that feed off your blood from the inside of the skin


Can scabies cause the balls to shrink?

No. Scabies are a skin parasite. They do not infect the testicles. They can be easily treated with an ointment if you go to your doctor and pick up a prescription.


Is scabies the same as hpv?

No, scabies is caused by a microscopic parasitic organism called the scabies mite. The bumps and itching associated with it are the result of the parasite burrowing underneath the top layers of the skin. HPV is a virus which causes a vaguely similar looking kind of bump called a wart, and is also thought to be a cause of some kinds of cancer.


What kind of parasite of ascaris is?

a roundworm


What are scabies caused by?

Scabies is an infection of the skin which causes an itchy rash. Scavies are a type of parasite that feed off your blood from the inside of the skin


Can you get scabies from urinating on yourself?

No, you cannot get scabies by urinating on yourself. The scabies is caused when a certain kind of mite burrows underneath your skin, and the mite's feces causes severe itchiness. It is caused by mites, not urine.


What is a Rash that itches really bad on your hips thighs and butt cheeks?

It is most likely Scabies. Scabies is a contagious skin infection that occurs among humans and animals. It is caused by a parasite. The characteristic symptoms of a scabies infection include intense itching and rashes & lumps 'pimples' . Common locations of the above for mentioned symptom are the thighs,genitalia,and buttocks. Scabies is highly contagious and spreads on skin contact, clothing, bedding. If you believe you have Scabies, don't ignore it. Seek treatment via a doctor ASAP.


What kind of animals live on the source of their food?

A parasite


How does a dog contract scabies?

No, pets can become infested with a different kind of mite.


How can we cleanse his or her colon from a parasite or parasites?

In order to clear a parasite from the colon it is highly recommended to take some kind of parasite detoxification. This can be in the form of a home remedy or prescribed to you by your doctor.