So you may have heard of scabies. It's a skin infection caused by the mite Sarcoptes scabiei. And you may be wondering, just what the heck is scabies? To put it simply, scabies is a tiny, parasitic mite that burrows under the skin to live. And, as you might imagine, this little guy can cause some serious skin irritation and inflammation. But that's only half of the story. Scabies can also have some pretty serious long-term effects on your health, especially if you don't get it treated right away. Let's take a look at what happens when you have scabies. 1. The mite burrows under the skin, causing skin irritation and inflammation. 2. The skin becomes red, swollen, and itchy. 3. The mite can also cause fever, chills, and fatigue. 4. If left untreated, scabies can spread to other parts of the body and even cause secondary infection. So, if you're thinking about getting scabies, it's important to know the symptoms and how to treat it. And if you do get scabies, make sure to get it treated as soon as possible to minimize the long-term effects. If you are reading this, you may be experiencing one of the most unpleasant things you can imagine- an infestation of scabies. Scabies is an infestation of the skin caused by the mite Sarcoptes scabiei.
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