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Scabies : Complications

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Complications could include:
Intense scratching can cause a secondary skin infection, such as impetigo.
Source:ADAM
Date:October 11, 2008
The prognosis for complete recovery from scabies infestation is excellent. In patients with weak immune systems, the biggest danger is that the areas of skin involved with scabies will become secondarily infected with bacteria.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
The prognosis for complete recovery from scabies infestation is excellent. In patients with weak immune systems, the biggest danger is that the areas of skin involved with scabies will become secondarily infected with bacteria.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Children's Health
Impetigo is a common skin infection.
Source:ADAM
Date:October 3, 2008
Impetigo refers to a very localized bacterial infection of the skin. There are two types, bullous and epidemic.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Children's Health
Impetigo refers to a very localized bacterial infection of the skin. There are two types, bullous and epidemic. Impetigo is a contagious bacterial skin infection that mostly affects the area around the nose and mouth. Usually caused by staphylococ...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
Impetigo is a contagious bacterial infection of the skin. It primarily afflicts children and the elderly. Ecthyma is a more severe form of impetigo with sores affecting a deeper layer of the skin. It often leaves scarring and discoloration of the ...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Alternative Medicine
Cellulitis is a common skin infection caused by bacteria. See also: Orbital cellulitis; Periorbital cellulitis.
Source:ADAM
Date:April 17, 2009
Cellulitis is a spreading bacterial infection just below the skin surface. It is most commonly caused by Streptococcus pyogenes or Staphylococcus aureus .
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
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