Where does the rash most often appear:
between the fingers of the hands
around the wrists, armpits, and waist
in the groin and buttocks area
In young children, the elderly, and people with weakened immune systems, the rash can also affect the head, neck, hands, and feet.
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Doctors warn: if you notice small red spots on your hands or the skin of your arm, don’t ignore them — this could be an important signal that your body is trying to pay attention to 🚨
Crusted scabies
In immunocompromised patients, a highly contagious form known as crusted scabies occurs. It causes thick, scaly plaques on the elbows, knees, hands, and feet and contains a large number of mites. This form requires more aggressive and prolonged treatment under close medical supervision.
Why it’s important to react early
Delaying diagnosis and treatment facilitates the spread within the family, childcare and social institutions. In addition to severe discomfort, untreated scabies can lead to secondary bacterial infections and worsen existing skin conditions such as eczema or dermatitis .
