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Cah anyone tell me what scabies are how long they can last and what to do for them? I think that i might have them because I have itchy bumps on my hands, arms and legs. Can anyone help?

I went my doctor and he said it was some kind of fungal infection and put me on antibiotics and left it at that but the bumps are still there whatcha think?

Answer 1

Scabies
(SKAY-bees)

What is scabies?
Scabies is an infestation of the skin with the microscopic mite Sarcoptes scabei. Infestation is common, found worldwide, and affects people of all races and social classes. Scabies spreads rapidly under crowded conditions where there is frequent skin-to-skin contact between people, such as in hospitals, institutions, child-care facilities, and nursing homes.

What are the signs and symptoms of scabies infestation?
Pimple-like irritations, burrows or rash of the skin, especially the webbing between the fingers; the skin folds on the wrist, elbow, or knee; the penis, the breast, or shoulder blades.
Intense itching, especially at night and over most of the body.
Sores on the body caused by scratching. These sores can sometimes become infected with bacteria.
How did I get scabies?
By direct, prolonged, skin-to-skin contact with a person already infested with scabies. Contact must be prolonged (a quick handshake or hug will usually not spread infestation). Infestation is easily spread to sexual partners and household members. Infestation may also occur by sharing clothing, towels, and bedding.

Who is at risk for severe infestation?
People with weakened immune systems and the elderly are at risk for a more severe form of scabies, called Norwegian or crusted scabies.

How long will mites live?
Once away from the human body, mites do not survive more than 48-72 hours. When living on a person, an adult female mite can live up to a month.

Did my pet spread scabies to me?
No. Pets become infested with a different kind of scabies mite. If your pet is infested with scabies, (also called mange) and they have close contact with you, the mite can get under your skin and cause itching and skin irritation. However, the mite dies in a couple of days and does not reproduce. The mites may cause you to itch for several days, but you do not need to be treated with special medication to kill the mites. Until your pet is successfully treated, mites can continue to burrow into your skin and cause you to have symptoms.

How soon after infestation will symptoms begin?
For a person who has never been infested with scabies, symptoms may take 4-6 weeks to begin. For a person who has had scabies, symptoms appear within several days. You do not become immune to an infestation.

How is scabies infestation diagnosed?
Diagnosis is most commonly made by looking at the burrows or rash. A skin scraping may be taken to look for mites, eggs, or mite fecal matter to confirm the diagnosis. If a skin scraping or biopsy is taken and returns negative, it is possible that you may still be infested. Typically, there are fewer than 10 mites on the entire body of an infested person; this makes it easy for an infestation to be missed.

Can scabies be treated?
Yes. Several lotions are available to treat scabies. Always follow the directions provided by your physician or the directions on the package insert. Apply lotion to a clean body from the neck down to the toes and left overnight (8 hours). After 8 hours, take a bath or shower to wash off the lotion. Put on clean clothes. All clothes, bedding, and towels used by the infested person 2 days before treatment should be washed in hot water; dry in a hot dryer. A second treatment of the body with the same lotion may be necessary 7-10 days later. Pregnant women and children are often treated with milder scabies medications.

Who should be treated for scabies?
Anyone who is diagnosed with scabies, as well as his or her sexual partners and persons who have close, prolonged contact to the infested person should also be treated. If your health care provider has instructed family members to be treated, everyone should receive treatment at the same time to prevent reinfestation.

How soon after treatment will I feel better?
Itching may continue for 2-3 weeks, and does not mean that you are still infested. Your health care provider my prescribe additional medication to relieve itching if it is severe. No new burrows or rashes should appear 24-48 hours after effective treatment.



This fact sheet is for information only and is not meant to be used for self-diagnosis or as a substitute for consultation with a health care provider. If you have any questions about the disease described above or think that you may have a parasitic infection, consult a health care provider

Answer 2

Scabies are little bugs that bite and cause itchy bumps. They are contagious. They are not coused by uncleanliness, but cafeful steps must be taken to get rid of them.

First, see a Dr. He can diagnose whether or not you really have scabies, as many things can cause an itchy rash.

If you have scabies, the Dr. will give you a prescription for something that will kill the scabies. Follow directions carefully as some of these medications used wrong can cause their own problems. You should be ok if you follow the instructions. If in doubt, ask questions.

Then you must wash all your clothes and bedclothes so you won't to be reinfected.

Anyone can get scabies, don't be ashamed to go to the Dr. You wouldn't want to spread them.

Answer 3

You do not have scabies. It sounds like you have impetigo. It usually happens when you are damp or sweaty and don't get thoroughly clean but doesn't necessarily mean you are a dirty person. When your skin gets damp and sweaty you create a warm environment for an infection or a fungus to start growing on your skin. If it becomes well established it may be difficult to get rid of without a prescription antifungal medication and antibiotics. Take your medicine and take a very good soapy shower twice a day and it should clear up in no time. If you have gotten to where you have open sores it may take a couple of weeks.

Answer 4

You need to finish your regimen of antibiotics first before you can truly know that you have a fungal infection. Those kinds of infections are very persistent and are hard to get rid off. If after a week or two you still have the same kind of skin problems, then it is time to go see your doctor.

Answer 5

Scabies presents with symptoms of skin rash and intense itching. Common areas involved are skin folds of groin, armpits, also abdomen and space between fingers(web spaces). Scabies is caused by a small itch mite. Scabies is contacted via physical con act with person with scabies or else from their bedding and clothing . Treatment is with medicated creams or lotions like Permethrin, which can be obtained from you doctor.

Answer 6

you could have folliculitis. It is an infection - fungal or bacterial - of the hair follicles. My daughter had it before and it looked just like chicken pox or something. Very itchy little red bumps. She got it from swimming in a lake.

Answer 7

Scabies is a form of mange caused by the itch mite which burrows into the skin. Mange is any of various skin diseases caused by parasitic mites. Parasites are organisms that live on or within a plant or animal, human beings included, from which they obtain nutrients. In other words, they feed off plants or animals.

Answer 8

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Answer 10

you need to go to the doctor instead of wasting time asking people who do not have a clue. you obviously have a computer, did you google search it? you may not have what you think. call now, go see your doctor.