What Is a Scabies Rash?
7. Does Scabies Cause Additional Health Problems?
While the scabies rash is irritating in and of itself, leaving the condition untreated can lead to additional health concerns. The more you scratch at the rash, the more likely it is that you will cause a break in your skin. This wound is then susceptible to a number of bacterial infections that can cause further harm.
Whether you’re dealing with bug bites or a serious rash, it is never wise to scratch the skin. All it takes is a piece of dirt under your fingernail to get into a wound created while scratching, and you could develop a staph infection or other problems.
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