Scabies

What can be done to prevent the condition?

Since scabies is spread by skin-to-skin contact, avoiding direct contact with infected people who have not been treated is the only prevention.

What are the long-term effects of the condition?

There are no long-term effects after a scabies infestation has been effectively treated.

What are the risks to others?

Scabies is contagious and can be passed from one person to another through direct contact.