What does scabies look like on the skin?
Scabies is a common contagious skin infection that is caused by a tiny mite. It is an allergic reaction to the female mite, which burrows into the skin and lays her eggs. Once the eggs have hatched, the new mites begin the process of mating and laying more eggs within the skin.Signs and SymptomsThe most common symptom of scabies is chronic itching, which may increase when skin is exposed to extreme heat, like a hot bath or shower. Little red bumps that are similar to hives or pimples may appear on the skin. In severe cases, skin may become scaly or crusty.Rash CharacteristicsAfter several weeks, the mites begin to spread and the itching and symptoms worsen. At this stage, most people develop a rash. Common characteristics of a scabies rash include redness and scaling caused by scratching; sores on the body that can become infected with bacteria; and burrows, skin rashes and pimplelike irritations.LocationThere are many parts of the body to which scabies mites are attracted, but they te
