Scabies Specialists in Paschim Putiari, Kolkata, West Bengal
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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Causes of Scabies
Caused by infestation with the Sarcoptes scabiei mite, transmitted primarily through prolonged direct skin-to-skin contact with an infected person, and occasionally through shared clothing, towels, or bedding. Crowded living conditions, close physical contact settings, and inadequate hygiene facilities increase the risk of spread and outbreaks.