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My wife and i are dealing with scabies. we're under treatment. she swears she see's very tiny worm like things coming out of her skin tho i can't see ?

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Dr. Katharine Cox answered

Specializes in Pediatric Emergency Medicine

Scabies: Scabies are mites, not worms. They create tracts under the skin and are very itchy. 2 treatments, 1 week apart is best and washing all linen. Make sure everyone gets treated. All the best.

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Answered 5/12/2015

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A member asked:

My wife and i are dealing with scabies. we're under treatment. she swears she see's very tiny worm like things coming out of her skin tho i can't see ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Katharine Cox answered

Dr Feola agreed

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