Childhood Scabies — Which Doctor Should I See?

Childhood scabies is a contagious skin infection caused by tiny mites that burrow into the skin, causing intense itching, rashes, and small blisters, especially on hands, feet, and folds of skin.

Scabies spreads through prolonged skin-to-skin contact with an infected person. It can also spread through contaminated bedding, clothing, or towels, making it common in daycare and school settings.

Treatment typically involves applying prescribed topical creams or lotions to the entire body. Most cases improve within 2-4 weeks after treatment, though itching may persist for several weeks as the skin heals.