Scabies Specialists in Karnataka
Scabies is a highly contagious skin infestation caused by the microscopic mite Sarcoptes scabiei, which burrows into the outer layer of the skin to lay eggs, tr…
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Treatment & Types of Scabies in Karnataka
Treatment involves applying a prescription topical scabicide such as permethrin cream over the entire body, left on for a specified period and often repeated after a week to kill any newly hatched mites. Oral medication may be used for widespread or resistant infestations, and all close contacts and household members typically need simultaneous treatment along with washing of bedding and clothing.
Scabies is classified as classic scabies, the typical form causing intense itching and burrow tracks in a relatively small number of mites, and crusted (Norwegian) scabies, a severe form seen in people with weakened immune systems or reduced sensation, involving thousands to millions of mites, thick crusted skin, and extremely high contagiousness. Recognizing crusted scabies is particularly important since it requires more aggressive treatment and stricter infection control measures to prevent outbreaks.