The “scab” or “Scabies” is caused by the parasite “Sarcoptes scabiei” and contagious skin disease.
Causes of risk factors
This disease is found in all social sectors and groups of all ages. It is contracted through direct contact with infected skin and less easily when shared clothing or bedding of the person with the parasite. Entire families often become infected with scabies. The Sarcoptes scabiei tunnels into the skin and lays eggs there and these burrows look like a pencil. Born parasite eggs in 21 days of being placed. Read the rest of this entry »
