What are the initial symptoms of scabies in women?
Apr 19, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Liu Wan
Introduction
The initial symptoms of scabies in women include skin itching, papules, and skin lesions. Infected skin areas become itchy. In moist and soft regions of the skin, light red or skin-colored papules may develop. The scabies mites primarily invade thin or delicate areas of the skin, causing intense itching. Persistent scratching leads to skin damage, resulting in widespread scars and even bleeding wounds.
Generally, the initial symptoms of scabies in women include skin itching, papules, and skin lesions. The details are as follows:
1. Skin Itching
Scabies is a contagious skin disease caused by mites parasitizing the skin. Infected areas typically develop intense itching. The itching commonly occurs around the navel or lower abdomen, but may also affect the wrists and finger webs.
2. Papules
Mites tend to inhabit moist and soft areas of the skin, such as the wrists and fingertips. They can then spread to other regions like the waist, armpits, and abdomen, forming light red or skin-colored papules.
3. Skin Lesions
Mites primarily invade thin and delicate skin areas such as finger webs, wrists, and armpits. Persistent itching leads to frequent scratching, resulting in skin damage, widespread scars, and even bleeding.
In addition, scabies nodules may also develop. It is recommended to seek medical treatment under a doctor's guidance to prevent worsening of symptoms.
