Hi,
You may not have direct skin-to- skin contact to spread scabies. This may be transmitted through beddings or linen.Thus the spread is through close personal contact and use. This condition is curable and therefore you may take immediate corrective action.
Let us know if you need any more information.
Sorry to post so much but this is driving me crazy and making me paranoid to be out in public. Ok I have stopped itching for the most part but people around me continue to do so...what can still be the issue?
I haven't been terribly itchy in awhile. I tried Nix last night and seems to be helping. My main concern is having people around me itching without skin to skin contact. What kind of airborne mite could be causing that?
Hi,
'Dermatographic urticaria (also known as dermographism, dermatographism or "skin writing") is a skin disorder seen in 4–5% of the population and is one of the most common types of urticaria, in which the skin becomes raised and inflamed when stroked or rubbed with a dull object.'
Dermatographism can be caused by stress, tight or abrasive clothing, watches, glasses, energetic kissing, heat, cold, or anything that causes stress to the skin or the patient. In many cases it is merely a minor annoyance, but in some rare cases symptoms are severe enough to impact a patient's life.
It can be treated by antihistamines. Not taking hot baths or showers may help if it is generalized (all over) and possibly for localized (in a specific area) If not taking showers helps, you may have a condition called shower eczema. If it mainly affects your head you may have psoriasis. In rare cases, allergy tests may uncover substances the patient is allergic to. Using biodegradable or hypo-allergenic soaps and laundry supplies may help.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dermatographic_urticaria
Let us know if you need any other information and do consult a skin specialist if your symptoms persist.
Regards.