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SCABIES

MITE INFESTATION UNDER SKIN

Scabies is an infestation of tiny mites that burrow under the skin. Within weeks, an allergic reaction with severe itching occurs.

Itching from scabies is usually worst at night. On the skin, little red bumps develop in the skin folds, between the fingers, around the beltline, and in the genital region. It may present itself as a pimple-like rash with intense itching.

In most cases, scabies is contracted from close contact. Diagnosis can be made clinically or with a skin scraping. Most commonly, Permethrin Cream and/or Ivermectin tablets are prescribed. Treatment of everyone in the household is required to get rid of the infestation.

To learn more about scabies, visit aad.org.

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ROSACEA

Rosacea is a common skin disease that causes redness and red pimple-like breakouts on the face. It begins with a tendency toward “flushing and blushing” and may then progress to a persistent redness of the central face.

PSORIASIS

Psoriasis is a chronic skin disorder characterized by raised lesions with silvery scale that most often occur on the scalp, elbows, knees and lower back. It can range from a very mild, hardly noticeable rash to a severe eruption that covers large areas of the body.

PATCH TESTING

Patch testing is used for patients with dermatitis to find out whether substances coming into contact with the skin are causing or aggravating their condition.