{"c9374286-f051-4a4a-a20b-da25d3c319ff": "<p>The scabies mite, <i>Sarcoptes scabiei</i>, is an ectoparasite that burrows into the upper layer of the skin and deposits eggs. The most common symptoms of scabies are intense itching and a pimple-like skin rash. An exposed individual can be infectious to others, even in the absence of symptoms. </p><p>Scabies can spread rapidly, including in healthcare facilities such as nursing homes and hospitals, causing outbreaks which can be difficult to control if not caught early.</p>", "f394434c-cdd6-422c-857c-73fdb47ec55d": "About Scabies"}