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Scabies

The infestation of the skin with mites called Sarcoptes scabiei is called scabies. If left untreated, these mites live and multiply on the skin by burrowing the eggs into the skin. It results in skin rashes, which itch intensely.

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What is the problem for having big thread like rashes and growth in my genitals?

Query: Hi doctor, I have some growth in my genitals. They look like big thread-like rashes. I did a urine test for infections, and the results were negative. I have done a skin culture test which said it is a fungal infection. I have taken various antibiotics like Ceftriaxone, Augmentin, and Septrin. But t...  Read Full »


Dr. Yeshwanth Kumar

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Are they itchy? Any other sites involved like finger web spaces, abdomen? Any other family members or friends have similar complaints?  Read Full »

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