Tag:
pruritus
Skin condition
Scabies: A Comprehensive Review of Diagnosis, Management, and Prevention
Scabies is a highly contagious parasitic skin infestation caused by the mite Sarcoptes scabiei var. hominis. This microscopic ectoparasite burrows into the epidermis, causing intense pruritus and characteristic skin lesions. This comprehensive review provides medical professionals with current evidence-based information on the diagnosis, management, and prevention of scabies infestations.