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Itch Mite

Sarcoptes scabiei

Classification

Sarcoptes scabiei (; sar-KOP-teez SKAY-bee-eye) or the itch mite is a parasitic mite found in all parts of the world that burrows into skin and causes scabies. Humans become infested by Sarcoptes scabiei var. hominis, which is a particular public health problem in crowded settings such as care homes, schools, refugee camps, prisons, and hospitals.

Distribution

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