Scabies Symptoms in Infants
Infants are more likely than adults to have widespread
scabies infection. This is because often the
scabies diagnosis is delayed or the condition is believed to be another common rash seen in children, such as eczema, dry skin, or another infection.
Infants may have the irritations on the palms of their hands and soles of the feet. While the face and scalp rarely are affected in adults, scabies of the face and scalp are more common in infants.
A more severe form of scabies that can occur is called
Norwegian scabies (also known as crusted scabies). With this form, scabies symptoms can look similar to
psoriasis and include:
- Redness
- Numerous blisters
- Thick crust over the skin
- Thickened, deformed nails
- Slight itching.
People with the following conditions are more likely to have Norwegian scabies symptoms:
Scabies Symptoms: A Summary
The possible scabies symptoms discussed in this article are not always a sure sign of the condition. Other conditions can cause some of these symptoms, including eczema, psoriasis, or other infections. If you are experiencing possible symptoms of scabies, visit your doctor so that the problem can be properly diagnosed and treated.
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