Scabies is passed on from one individual to another through sexual contact and children too can get the disease through body contact.
Basically scabies is a form of skin disease caused by parasites that make hole in to the skin and lay eggs there.
Crusted scabies is more serious form of the disease which affects aged people having certain diseases such as HIV.
The parasitic mites is found on the genital region, fingers, hands, wrists, elbows, under arms, breasts, abdomen, nipples of women or feet and ankles.
When scabies resides within the body it is possible that they can spread to bedding, towels or clothing.
Symptoms may not show in people with scabies, but after about six months symptoms may gradually appear.
Symptoms of scabies include itching sensation on the affected region, tiny red spots or rash in the region and broken skin.
It is impossible to detect scabies through naked eye.
One can witness lines on the skin where the termite resides.
If you think you have scabies, get to the doctor for immediate checking and diagnosis.
This is a form of sexual transmitted diseases that requires immediate treatment.
The treatment is not much complicated as it involves usage of special cream or lotion.
Doctors or pharmacist can give you the best advice regarding this.
Treatment may differ if the patient is pregnant or breastfeeding.
Your sexual partner should undergo this STD treatment.
Bedding, clothing and towels should be cleaned regularly.
Treatment for scabies is vital as you can't get rid of it without treatment.
So, visit your health provider for the best treatment.
Scabies is a growing concern worldwide and till now it has the figure is 300 millions cases per year.
Human scabies are into existence for 2,500 years.
Sometimes, scabies occur in epidemics in hospitals, nursing homes and others.