Definitions for scabies
ˈskeɪ biz, -biˌizsca·bies

Princeton's WordNetRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. scabies, itchnoun

   a contagious skin infection caused by the itch mite; characterized by persistent itching and skin irritation

   "he has a bad case of the itch"

WiktionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. scabiesnoun

   An infestation of parasitic mites, Sarcoptes scabiei, causing intense itching caused by the mites burrowing into the skin of humans and other animals. It is easily transmissible from human to human; secondary skin infection may occur.

2. Etymology: From scabies, from scabo.

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1. Scabies

   Scabies (; also sometimes known as the seven-year itch) is a contagious skin infestation by the mite Sarcoptes scabiei. The most common symptoms are severe itchiness and a pimple-like rash. Occasionally, tiny burrows may appear on the skin. In a first-ever infection, the infected person usually develops symptoms within two to six weeks. During a second infection, symptoms may begin within 24 hours. These symptoms can be present across most of the body or just certain areas such as the wrists, between fingers, or along the waistline. The head may be affected, but this is typically only in young children. The itch is often worse at night. Scratching may cause skin breakdown and an additional bacterial infection in the skin.Scabies is caused by infection with the female mite Sarcoptes scabiei var. hominis, an ectoparasite. The mites burrow into the skin to live and deposit eggs. The symptoms of scabies are due to an allergic reaction to the mites. Often, only between 10 and 15 mites are involved in an infection. Scabies is most often spread during a relatively long period of direct skin contact with an infected person (at least 10 minutes) such as that which may occur during sex or living together. Spread of the disease may occur even if the person has not developed symptoms yet. Crowded living conditions, such as those found in child-care facilities, group homes, and prisons, increase the risk of spread. Areas with a lack of access to water also have higher rates of disease. Crusted scabies is a more severe form of the disease. It typically only occurs in those with a poor immune system and people may have millions of mites, making them much more contagious. In these cases, spread of infection may occur during brief contact or by contaminated objects. The mite is very small and at the limit of detection with the human eye. It is not readily obvious; factors that aid in detection are good lighting, magnification, and knowing what to look for. Diagnosis is based either on detecting the mite (confirmed scabies), detecting typical lesions in a typical distribution with typical historical features (clinical scabies), or detecting atypical lesions or atypical distribution of lesions with only some historical features present (suspected scabies).Several medications are available to treat those infected, such as ivermectin or permethrin, crotamiton, and lindane creams. Sexual contacts within the last month and people who live in the same house should also be treated at the same time. Bedding and clothing used in the last three days should be washed in hot water and dried in a hot dryer. As the mite does not live for more than three days away from human skin, more washing is not needed. Symptoms may continue for two to four weeks following treatment. If after this time symptoms continue, retreatment may be needed.Scabies is one of the three most common skin disorders in children, along with ringworm and bacterial skin infections. As of 2015, it affects about 204 million people (2.8% of the world population). It is equally common in both sexes. The young and the old are more commonly affected. It also occurs more commonly in the developing world and tropical climates. The word scabies is from Latin: scabere, 'to scratch'. Other animals do not spread human scabies. Infection in other animals is typically caused by slightly different but related mites and is known as sarcoptic mange.

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1. scabies

   Scabies is a highly contagious skin condition caused by a tiny mite (Sarcoptes scabiei) that burrows into the skin. Scabies produces symptoms of intense itching and a pimple-like skin rash, often in places on the body that involve skin-on-skin contact or where there is frequent friction. It is typically spread through close physical contact or sometimes by sharing clothing or bedding with an infected person. The condition can affect anyone of any age or race and is common all over the world.

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1. Scabiesnoun

   the itch

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1. Scabies

   Scabies, also called Norwegian scabies or colloquially the seven-year itch, is a contagious skin infection caused by the mite Sarcoptes scabiei. The mite is a tiny and usually not directly visible parasite which burrows under the host's skin, causing intense allergic itching. The infection in animals other than humans is caused by a different but related mite species, and is called sarcoptic mange. Scabies is classified by the World Health Organization as a water-related disease. The disease may be transmitted from objects but is most often transmitted by direct skin-to-skin contact, with a higher risk with prolonged contact. Initial infections require four to six weeks to become symptomatic. Reinfection, however, may manifest symptoms within as little as 24 hours. Because the symptoms are allergic, their delay in onset is often mirrored by a significant delay in relief after the parasites have been eradicated. Crusted scabies, formerly known as Norwegian scabies, is a more severe form of the infection often associated with immunosuppression.

Chambers 20th Century DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Scabies

   skā′bi-ēz, n. the itch. [L.,—scabĕre, to scratch.]

U.S. National Library of MedicineRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Scabies

   A contagious cutaneous inflammation caused by the bite of the mite SARCOPTES SCABIEI. It is characterized by pruritic papular eruptions and burrows and affects primarily the axillae, elbows, wrists, and genitalia, although it can spread to cover the entire body.

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1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of scabies in Chaldean Numerology is: 9

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of scabies in Pythagorean Numerology is: 4

Examples of scabies in a Sentence

1. The CBP senior health official:

   Obviously every case of scabies doesn't need to be reported or raised.

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   We only see them during elections, after elections we never see them again. Not a single official has visited us. The children have developed scabies and lice, we survive on charity ... thank God, at least there is a ceiling.

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=scabies
2. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Scabies
3. ^ Wikipedia
   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scabies
4. ^ ChatGPT
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5. ^ Webster Dictionary
   https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/scabies
6. ^ Wikidata
   https://www.wikidata.org/w/index.php?search=scabies
7. ^ Chambers 20th Century Dictionary
   https://www.gutenberg.org/files/37683/37683-h/37683-h.htm#:~:text=scabies