Scabies
Scabies outbreak made worse because patients reinfecting themselves, doctor warns
Health
Sarah Carter
Dr Emma Amoafo-Mensah has urged scabies patients to ensure they use the treatment properly. (Credit: DermDrEmma via TikTok / Getty) A dermatologist ...
Is your eczema really scabies? Here’s how to tell amid surge in cases in care homes and student halls
Health
Sarah Carter
When raised, itchy red bumps appeared between his thumb and fingers, Benjo Aptroot knew immediately that it was scabies. ‘It looked like ...
Experts urge ministers to order NHS bosses to stock up on a controversial horse deworming tablet to halt a ‘nightmare’ outbreak of scabies
Health
Sarah Carter
Experts believe horse dewormer ivermectin could combat a scabies outbreak Scabies is caused by tiny mites which burrow into the skin causing ...
Eruption of Scabies Infections Hits UK
Health
Sarah Carter
The UK is facing an eruption of scabies, an itchy skin infestation caused by mites. Dermatologists across the country are reporting a ...
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