Crusted scabies is a severe type of scabies. People with crusted scabies have scabies mites and eggs within thick crusts of skin. People may also refer to crusted scabies as … See more

Crusted scabies is a severe infestation of scabies mites and eggs in the skin. The scabies … See more

People can get scabies from contact with someone who has scabies. Crusted scabies can pass on through skin-to-skin contact, as well as through clothing, bedding, o… See more

Early signs of crusted scabies include red patches on the skin that lack a defined edge. These patches later develop into thick plaques.
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People will need to treat crusted scabies quickly to prevent spreading scabies to others. Treatment may include oral or topical medication or a combination of both. Those med… See more