What causes scabies?

Scabies is caused by the human scabies mite parasitizing the human body. Scabies is a contagious skin disease caused by the human scabies mite parasitized on the skin, with the patient himself as the main source of infection, can be sexually transmitted, contact with the patient’s infectious clothing, towels and so on can also be infected with scabies. Scabies is most common in the fall and winter seasons, and is most common in thin and tender parts, such as between the fingers, armpits, and the genital area. Patients infected with scabies may develop pimples, blisters, and erythema with intense itching, as they are more active at night because the symptoms are more pronounced. Patients with scabies need to be isolated. Patients with scabies can follow the doctor’s instructions for local use of 10% clomid emulsion, 4% dilute hydrochloric acid solution, tar gel, etc. For those with severe itching, antihistamines such as loratadine can be used, as well as antiparasitic drugs such as ivermectin. For those with scabies nodules that are difficult to eliminate, liquid nitrogen cryotherapy can be used. Patients with scabies should seek medical attention and follow the doctor’s instructions for medication. During treatment, it is necessary to pay attention to isolation from the outside world, pay attention to personal hygiene, and avoid excessive scratching, so as not to cause infection.