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What is chiggers?

Chiggers are tiny, six-legged wingless organisms (larvae) that grow up to become a type of mite. Chiggers are found in tall grass and weeds. Their bite causes severe itching.

Alternative Names:

Harvest mite; Red mite

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itchy rash - Dermatology Community

- Mar 03, 2009
ok so about a week ago we pulled weeds and layed mulch. A couple days later I noticed this...

Chigger Bites - Dermatology Community

- Oct 01, 2008
Dear Doc. My mom has been suffering from these itchy blister's that keep re-occuring now ...

Will migraines cause increased IgG in CSF? - Neurology Community

- Aug 05, 2008
Will complex migraines cause increased IgG in the cerebrospinal fluid and increased intercr...

Very itchy bites only near waistline - Dermatology Community

- Oct 25, 2007
I have one or two eruptions that are very itchy that look like misquito bites but they are ...

what is this - Women's Health Community

- Oct 16, 2007
I have been getting swollen, itchy and sore lumps on the vaginal area where the elastic on ...

Growths - Animal Health – General Expert Forum

- Aug 31, 2007
My Cockapoo Butters has just recently started to show sores on his back and belly. They are...

could it be a bite? herpes? - Dermatology Community

- Jun 11, 2007
Hi, I was just wondering what I possibly have on my skin. I have a few random spots on my ...

small red bumps that itch - Dermatology Expert Forum

- Sep 10, 2000
This past week, i started noticing small red bumps appearing on both elbows. Since then, t...
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