Scabies (खाज)
Scabies is a common skin infection caused by tiny mites that burrow into the top layer of the skin and lay eggs which cause small itchy bumps and blisters over the whole body, more in axillae, groins, pubic area & genitals. The burrows may be short, reddish or darkened lines on the skin’s surface, especially around the wrists and between fingers. Scabies is infectious, and can be transmitted through skin-to-skin contact or having sexual contact with someone who is infected with it. It is more common in nursing homes, nursing facilities, and child care centers. Skin specialists in Delhi provide treatment for scabies by prescribing various creams.
Symptoms
Sores (abrasions) on the skin from scratching and digging
Rashes, especially between the fingers
Itching, especially at night
Thin, pencil-mark lines on the skin
Treatment
Normally, prescribed medicated creams are used to treat scabies infections. Creams are applied all over the body from neck to feet followed by a warm bath in the morning. They are a one-time treatment or can be repeated once in a week. In difficult cases, doctors may prescribe oral meditation to kill the scabies mites. Itching may continue for two weeks or more after treatment starts, but will disappear if you follow the doctors’ instructions. Itching can also be reduced with cool socks and calamine solution.