subject: Scary Scabies [print this page] Everyone seems to know about Chlamydia, HIV, Herpes along with other such sexually transmitted diseases, yet few ever hear about other such STDs such as Scabies. The reason why? Most likely simply because there are fewer cases, yet it is still a common sexually transmitted disease within our society.
Scabies is caused by a tiny, hard to detect, mite invasion in the human skin and is spread from body-to-body contact. The infestation causes serious itching, often keeping the sufferer awake at night when the itching appears to be at its worse. It is very much like other sexually transmitted diseases such as pubic lice, but it's in a category of its own.
The common symptoms of Scabies include: Pimple-like irritations, burrows or rash of the skin, especially the webbing between the fingers; the skin folds on the wrist, elbow, or knee; the penis, the breast, or shoulder blades. You could also experience intense itching, especially through the night and over most of the body. As well, there might be sores on the body caused by scratching.
Luckily, Scabies is a very easily distinguishable sexually transmitted disease, as medical professionals know what to look for. The testing that would be conducted would be a routine physical check-up, and fortunately for those who are infected, this sexually transmitted disease can be healed. In some instances, a skin scraping may be taken to search for mites, eggs, or mite fecal matter to confirm the diagnosis. It ought to be noted there are fewer than 10 mites on the entire body of an infested person; this makes it easy for an infestation to be missed.
Just by applying a simple lotion to the infected areas and making sure that your skin is only exposed to clean surfaces (clothes, bed sheets, towels, etc) than the mites could be gone within 24 hours. Obviously, if you have a rash or any sores, they will take longer to heal, however, the infestation of mites that cause Scabies will have ceased to remain on your body.
If you fall under any of the symptoms that were previously mentioned, or may have some concerns, go get checked out today. Scabies is a highly curable sexually transmitted disease, and one that you should not have to hold your head in shame about. Speak with a medical professional today if you should have any concerns regarding your sexual health, and make sure you do not have an STD such as Scabies.
STD: Scabies- learn more about this sexually transmitted disease which is cause by a tiny parasite. Find out how to be cured now!
