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Scabies

Scabies is a contagious skin infection caused by a tiny and commonly not directly visible itch mite. Characterized by never-ending itching and skin irritation, the disease can be transmitted mostly by skin-to-skin contact and from objects like mattresses.

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What makes flea bites itch?

Fleas and other biting insects have a certain chemical protein in their saliva that breaks down the host's blood. This chemical also numbs the area that is being biten that is why you are always unaware of a tick bite. It eventually reacts with the flesh by causing it to swell up which then causes an uncomfortable itching.

If you itch does it mean you have the nits?

Yes they make your head itch. Go to the drugstore and purchase lice shampoo. Ask an employee for help choosing a shampoo if you need to.

What could be wrong if you're itching everywhere but your face?

I constantly itch everywhere but the front part of my face, there is nothing noticably wrong until i start scratching, little bumps start to appear and my skin turns pink after i stop scratching the skin returns to normal color but the bumps stil remain for a while, sometimes longer. I've had chicken poxs and measles and as far as i know I'm not allergic to anything. I don't appear to have dry skin and i still itch after taking a bath/changing clothes/sheets and after making other hygenic efforts. Why am i so itchy? Please help!

How may jock itch be prevented?

Treatment by topical OTC products like Monistat or Lamisil are usually very effective. Make sure you use them long enough to actually cure the initial infection (10 days). After that, prevention of infection is more helpful. Change your underwear twice a day. Use of cornstarch containing baby powders may help to keep the area dry.

Why does itching seem worse at night?

Itching is typically worse at night, because during the day you have your mind on more important things. At night when you go to bed, and have nothing in particular to think about, your itching becomes more noticeable.

What does it mean if you have white clumpy discharge that doesn't itch?

All yeast infections do not itch. White, clumpy discharge with no itching can be a sign of a vaginal infection or perhaps a piece of toilet paper that has worked its way up into the vaginal canal and caused an irritation. It can also be caused by a hormonal imbalance. It can also be caused by an allergic reaction to some forms of birth control. Anytime it is white and clumpy, it should be checked by the doctor and cultured to be sure.

Do slugs itch?

No, it is used as a beauty treatment in certain places in the world for much softer skin though I would do some research before taking my word for that, it may just be a certain type of slug that gives off the miracle slime.

Can you bathe with borax soap for scabies?

Sulphur soap is indicated I would advise against it as borax is a skin irritant. If just a teaspoon is swallowed by a child, it will kill them. If they are lucky, then it would simply leave them with their skin peeling off. You do not want this stuff to absorb through the skin and into the bloodstream (which it does). If I had scabies I would use borax but I would be sure to wash it off after just a couple of minutes. Don't soak in it.

Try quell lotion for scabies. It's available over the counter at your local pharmacy. Elimite is another product that works. Good luck.

This is an extreme solution, But if all else fails try this. Take a very hot bath or shower. When you get out imediately douse yourself all over with alcohol. After a few of these showers you'll start seeing a differences. Yes it hurts, but its better than months of Itching. Have you ever heard of the seven year itch?

Why do scabies exist?

Scabies is a contagious skin disease caused by a species of microscopic mite (sarcoptes scabiei) that burrows under the host's skin, hatching it's young and literally making your skin feel like it's crawling. It's not the bug itself causing the infection and itching, it's their excrement.

Why does my navel piercing itch?

Yes, get rid of the junk jewellery you have in the piercing. You are suffering from nickle contact dermatitus, characterized by minor swelling, itching, redness,discharge of clear fluid from the piercing, hyperextension of the piercing opening closest to where the nickle containing material is. This is a normal reaction to the irritation caused by cheap "junk jewellery" purchased in mall shopping outlets. Yes you may have paid good money for the jewellery but remember this rule of thumb," If they don't do professional body piercing at the store, don't buy the jewellery from them." This material is purchased for pennies on a unit wholesale and sold retail as "Surgical Stainless Steel" but is in fact 304 ~ 306 Stainless Steel ( by no means Surgical Grade 316LVM ) under north american standards for testing ASTM. Under many new federal consumer protection laws, sales outlets selling materials advertised as one thing and is actually something else are becoming libal for damages caused by misrepresentation. However these laws may or may not be in effect in your area.

Rash in armpit?

A rash under the armpit is most commonly from an irritation or allergy to the underarm deodorant that someone is wearing. It can also be caused by an irritation to new clothing. It the rash persists, it is wise to seek a doctor's advice.

How long do scabies live without host?

I've read on a lot of different websites, some official medical ones, others not, and they all say anywhere from 1 day to 4 days. It's best to wash all your clothes that you've worn in the past week in HOT, soapy water and then put in the dryer on HIGH heat until dry. Then your clothes should be alright. Do the same with your bedding. Make sure you're wearing clean clothing if you do have scabies and have already done the treatment.

What would cause a red dotted rash that does not itch in a child?

There are two things it could be, the child could have been bitten by an insect or might have a dirty pores. With a bite, try puts some soothing cream on and make sure they dont itch at it. With dirty pores make sure they wash their face with a flannel everyday.

If you have itching and little bumps after a sunburn?

The clear fluid that's coming out is sweat. There's nothing alarming happening. Your body is reacting to the burn by building lots of new layers of skin, and the top ones are drying up in preparation for peeling. Sometimes that makes sweat glands blocked (particularly with heavy use of aloe) but they're just blocked by the outermost layer of dead skin. The aloe is not a problem, i fact it's antibacterial, so it's good. but picking at or scratching at the bumps is likely to damage the new tissue underneath. So shower a little more to wash off the dead skin, and wash with soap to take off some more of that outer layer. Don't scour or scratch the skin, but sometimes blasting cold water directly on the burn while you rub it gently will help. At least that's what's helped me many times in the past.

What are the short term effects of scabies?

i got it second time last year i was struck by it in october for very first time...does it remain forever?

Can a dog get scabies from you?

Sarcoptes scabei Dog Mange is the less serious, yet highly contagious, type of itch mange. Sarcoptic mange, aka "Scabies," has zoonotic potential, which means it's the mite you can get from your pet! Mange in humans is called scabies and is easier to get rid of.

What does it mean when a girl vagaina itches?

It could be normal or relatively harmless (but bothersome) over growths like yeast infections or bacterial vaginosis or it could be a more serious infection or other problems. It would be best to see the doctor.

What causes a light rash or red spots on groin area that doesn't hurt or itch?

probably heat rash if not then it might be an ifection i suggest you see a doctor if it stays like that for more than 2 days good luck and hope you take care

Mr no-name

How long does scabies last after treatment?

I have talked to many doctors already, and done some research myself. Most of them say that the mites will be gone within a day, but you may itch up to 2-3 weeks because the skin is still irritated.

Are scabies and lice the same thing?

No scabies and head lice are not the same thing scabies are mites that live under your skin and lice are bugs that lice in the hair on your head when you have lice only your head itches when you have scabies your whole body itches especially in between your finger Ur butt and behind you legs elbows and arms