scabies

By: Rogelia Garcia

Scabies

• Scabies is a disease caused by an infestation of mites to the human derm/o.

• Mites are not visible with the naked eye.

• Can only be seen with a microscope.

How is scabies transmitted

Scabies can be transmitted through physical

contact such as:

Person to person Clothing Bedding Sexually

Where are scabies usually found

Head Face Neck Palms Soles of feet

What does scabies look like

• Small erythr/o bumps• Blisters• Derm/o rash• Ichthy/o

How to get rid of scabies

• Antibiotics• Corticosteroid creams

• Washing linens and clothing in hot water• Spray furniture• Clean rugs