Eruptions Due To Scabies

It isn't science fiction, but there actually are little mites called scabies that can burrow under your skin and lay their eggs. What is frustrating, aside from the itching, is that they are microscopic so hard to detect. Because the allergic reaction causes an itchy rash, people are inclined to scratch it and the burrows are often covered by scratch marks. The burrows themselves are hard to see since they are the thickness of a hair.

Your doctor can do a biopsy to see if there are scabies organisms or their eggs, but biopsies don't always reveal this information. Some dermatologists will do skin scrapings and put under a microscope, but many do not do this procedure. If there is some suspicion due to the degree of itching, pimples in the webs of fingers, wrists and common areas, then a five percent pesticide cream will be prescribed for use. This needs to be applied correctly as scabies can be very crafty. People tend to skip putting the cream inside the nails of their toes and fingers. Due to scratching, this is an easy way to re-infect oneself. Before going to be with the cream, re-apply to your hands so they are protected.

If someone you live with also has a red rash, then that is an important clue to tell your doctor to help with the diagnosis. Due to the fact that eczema, hives, poison ivy and several other rashes can look similar in appearance. Every clue you give to your physician is important to determine if the scabies mites are causing the eruptions on your body.

You can also do some things at home that will prevent re-infecting yourself or your family members. Simple things like changing the clothing, bed linens and towels frequently helps in removing any mites or eggs that are present. Cutting your nails and thoroughly cleaning them should also be done. You should also sleep alone to avoid infecting your family members. Though in past there was a stigma and scabies was associated with uncleanliness, now it is understood that this rash can strike anyone.

By: Dianne Cohen

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