Scabies is a common skin condition caused by the human itch mite. People get scabies when the mite burrows into the top layer of their skin to live and feed. When the skin reacts to the mite – which is so small that you would need a microscope to see it – an extremely itchy rash develops.
If you suspect you have scabies, follow these tips from board-certified dermatologists to help you get rid of the mites. Learn more: https://www.aad.org/public/diseases/contagious-skin-diseases/scabies#tips