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I work in a personal care home. we recently haf a breakout of scabies. one confirmed case so far out of 18 residents. all were treated with cream. at how much of a risk are the employees. i have a itchy rash on my forarm but it doesn't look the same. shou

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Dr. Gutti Rao answered

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May be not: Having worked with scabies infested patients, it is better for you to get a scraping of your skin to look for parasites. Go to a dermatologist or your doctor for definitive diagnosis.

Answered 7/22/2015

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A member asked:

I work in a personal care home. we recently haf a breakout of scabies. one confirmed case so far out of 18 residents. all were treated with cream. at how much of a risk are the employees. i have a itchy rash on my forarm but it doesn't look the same. shou

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Gutti Rao answered

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