Medically reviewed by William Truswell, MD Scabies is caused by tiny mites called Sarcoptes scabiei. They spread through skin ...

Scabies commonly presents as a red rash with small bumps that often form a line. Other symptoms of scabies include itching, ...

A new tool to test for scabies is being trialled by doctors in the Northern Territory, with researchers hoping early diagnosis could prevent people with the skin infestation from developing other life ...

It is also routinely given to children and adults in mainland Europe and beyond to treat or prevent serious parasitic infections, including scabies. Patients have to take five tablets with food ...

The number of cases reported last year nearly doubled while the true extent of infections, the spread of the highly contagious scabies mite, may be hidden as sufferers could be embarrassed and simply ...

More needs to be understood regarding ivermectin pharmacokinetics in relation to optimal treatment for both ordinary and crusted scabies. Safety issues regarding the use of ivermectin in children ...