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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 are small bumps on stomach but don't itch not red don't hurt?

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They are prbably hair follicles that have been infected or irritated, they should clear up on their own.

How did jock itch get its name?

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It originates from a fungus in a warm wet environment and from tropical disease sources (such as what the vets from the Viet Nam War contracted). There is an explanation that is way better than I could explain it so please read the attached related question below.

How do you get rid of itch mites?

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Itch mites (aka - scabies) is secondary to the parasite burrowing under your skin. A clinician (MD) can usually make the diagnosis on an exam. If that is what you truly have, a prescription cream (ie, Elimite) will mitigate the symptoms and rash over a 7-10 day period. RBB, MD

What does it mean when the bottom of your right foot itches?

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When the bottom of your feet itch, it may mean that your feet are relatively dirty. It may also mean an allergic reaction to rubber soles in tennis shoes. It could also point back to your socks. If your socks are dyed, the color dye may cause your feet to itch. Also, it is rare, but if you are wearing socks for a long amount of time, and they start to itch, it may mean "fuzzies" from the socks are embedding in the creases in your feet, which cause the tiny pores in the creases of your feet to not be able to keep airing out. If this is what your case is, I highly recommend either ridding of the fuzz in your feet by (and this may sound weird) removing your sock and picking out as much fuzz as you can. As you can see for some socks, it does stick in the creases of your feet. Or to make time go by faster, rub your foot and most of it will come off.

Another reason why your feet may itch is because you might have been in dirtier water with shoes and small parasites might affect your feet. Just keep your feet clean and dry and you should be okay!

What does it mean when your belly button terns red and doesn't itch?

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You have an infection. See your doctor because it is likely to get worse.

Why do your hands start to itch after using hot water?

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This has something to do with your germs and stuff on your hands. I suggest that you use Germ-X, and if that doesn't work, after you dip your hands in hot water, dip them in cold water. That always works for me.

What are small bumps on the lower stomach that show signs of dead skin around and they looked like small razor bumps at first but won't go away and sometimes itch?

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It might be eczema. You might need to contact a physician or get a little skin lotion specifically designed for eczema, but just in case, visit the web site below to see if that's it. http://www.medical-library.org/journals/mddx/pruritus/1_eczema.htm

Why do you itch all over everytime after showering?

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It's because you probably have dry skin. Once you get out of the shower and your body absorbs all of the moisture, your skin gets dry and your natural movements cause the dry skin to stretch. This is what causes that itchy sensation. A quick remedy to that is investing in a good deep moisturizing lotion. Apply the lotion while your skin is still slightly damp. You'll notice a huge difference...trust me.

Is it possible to have Shingles with no pain and no itching?

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I highly doubt it. I have had shingles since I was 19 and I'm now 43. They get worse and more painful the older that I get. If it is shingles, you will have nerve pain around the affected area and the nerve pain is excrutiating and basic Advil/Ibuprofen will not ease the pain. Also, when the rash is present, it will itch something fierce. It is possible you have something else if it doesn't itch or cause you pain.

How do you transfer scabies from one person to another?

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Scabies is transmitted by being in close contact with an infected person. For example, sleeping in the same bed as an infected person or by skin-on-skin contact.

Why do your heels itch?

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Exposure to stress or irritants can trigger you to develop dry, itchy feet, or lead you to develop fungal infections and rashes that increase the urge to scratch. Most of the time, irritated or itchy skin is not worrisome, but occasionally can be a symptom of a more serious underlying medical condition.

Why has top brass hair cream been discontinued?

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The product is made by a company in Britain, which in these economic times, has closed down. However, there is a product made by the Texas company Sulfur 8, that thank the Lord has no sulfur in it, called FIVE STAR. It is in an almost identical box but stores need to know about it so they can order it. I have not found it yet in Homestead Florida.

How do you get rid of scabies on your tongue?

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Take probiotics or/and yoghurts containing it or you can buy probiotic supplements from health shops, take them daily. Brush your tongue gently

and cut down on sugary foods as candidas thrives on it.

Can you use alcohol for an itch?

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I use alcohol on the fronts of my legs, close to my ankles and about midway up to my knees-burns worse than anything, but takes away the insatiable itch. So far it's not really healing the rash, but makes it bearable.

What can cause a Red itching scrotum?

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This could be yeast or sweat heat rash it would itch because it has constant redness which it would have kept it red keep clean some medicated gold bond maybe

What causes scrotal itching?

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Very often it's just common jock itch, and can be remedied by using one of many products available over the counter, in a spray, cream, or powder, such as Dessinex, Lotrimin etc. But if you use such products and it doesn't clear up, see a doctor. Don't be shy. Just do it.

What can make your skin stop burn and itch?

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you could run medium cold water over it. and stop thinking about it, it's just gonna get worse. Focus on something else.

Is it normal for ears to itch after piercing during the first 4 to 6 weeks?

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Yes, this is relatively normal. The itching is just the healing process. However, if it is burning or really uncomfortable, there could be a problem.

What causes severe itching on the upper back and arms after or during baths?

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Sometimes that can be from thesoapyour using if your using soap. Like the soap could be to dry on the skin

What cause buring and itching in viginal area?

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You should go to your gyno and have that checked out. Yest infections can burn and itch but it can also be something else.

Can scabies get in your brain?

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no