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Scabies is caused by the sarcoptes scabiei parasite and is accompanied by a red, intensely itchy rash in infected areas. Small bumps, resembling pimples, may also appear. Infection occurs immediately and can sometimes be contracted through non-sexual means such as sharing towels or sleeping in the bed of an infected person. After infection, the scabiei mites tunnel beneath the skin to lay eggs. When these eggs hatch, the baby mites tunnel to the surface, starting the whole process anew. Symptoms are usually felt within two to six weeks, or in a matter of days in cases of reinfection. Although there are no known complications, the condition can be very uncomfortable.

Usually it is best to see a doctor to confirm that you do indeed have scabies, but if you are certain, you can treat it on your own. Although scabies and pubic lice are often mistaken for one another, the treatment for both, luckily, is the same. There are a number of prescription and over-the-counter creams, lotions, and shampoos such as Kwell, RID, and Nix that are very effective at curing scabies. Follow the directions on the box carefully! Also, all clothes, bed sheets, combs and other personal articles must be washed or treated, since scabiei mites can live for over 24 hours once they leave the body. This is where the bleach comes in -- it is for your clothes, not you! Good luck, and get treated before your friends start calling you Scratchy.

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