Scabies is an infestation of tiny bugs called mites on the skin. It causes a small red rash and intense itching. This infection is very contagious. It often spreads from child to child while children are sleeping together in the same bed or have close personal contact.

Scabies is an infection caused by tiny mites that burrow into the skin. They cause severe itching. Though children are most commonly infected, anyone can get scabies. Scabies mites can pass from person to person through close physical contact. They can also be passed through shared clothing, towels, and bedding.

Detailed information on parasitic skin infections, including scabies and lice

Detailed information on dermatology and children

Answer this one: Which is the most common bacterial STI?

Most germs are spread through touch. Using these transmission-based precautions can prevent the spread of certain infections.

Vulvitis is inflammation of the soft folds of skin outside the vagina.

Vulvitis is an inflammation of the vulva. The vulva is the outer part of the female reproductive system.

Impetigo is a skin infection. When it affects just the surface, it’s called superficial impetigo. Impetigo can also affect deeper parts of the skin. This is called ecthyma. It may occur on healthy skin. Or it may occur where the skin was injured by a cut, scrape, or insect bite.

A detailed look at STIs and teens, from protection and treatment to different types of STIs.

Women suffer more frequent and severe symptoms from STDs. Some STDs can cause pelvic inflammatory disease, which can lead to both infertility and ectopic pregnancy.