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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 ?
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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.
Answered 5/12/2015
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