Can Scabies be Cured?
Yes (with treatment)
Curable with appropriate scabicide medications; close contacts should also be treated
What is Scabies?
Scabies is a contagious skin infestation caused by mites. Treatment involves prescription creams or lotions to kill the mites and their eggs.
Clinical Aspects
Characteristics
Contagious skin infestation caused by mites
Symptoms
Itching, rash, small burrows on the skin
Diagnosis
Clinical examination, sometimes skin scrapings
Prognosis
Generally good with appropriate management and treatment
Complications
Secondary bacterial infections, complications of untreated scabies
Etiology and Treatment
Causes
Sarcoptes scabiei mites
Treatments
Topical scabicide medications, hygiene measures
Prevention
Topical scabicide medications, hygiene measures
Public Health and Patient Perspectives
Epidemiology
Infestation by the scabies mite
Patient Perspectives
Early treatment is important to prevent complications and transmission
As always, consult with healthcare professionals for personalized advice and care.
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