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Questions about scabies

Hi, I was with a woman twice, full naked contact and hugging, each time for an hour or two. Now I have some kind of rash, most STDs impossible based on exposure and/or are ruled out/being ruled out by testing, so have some questions about scabies.

1. Is it likely to get them in relatively short periods of togetherness like an hour or two?

2. Is it likely that person who gave them to you is unaware they have them?

3. Is it likely to get them for the first time in your life and begin symptoms within 7-10 days?

4. Is it likely that they would cause a rash with minor itching but no extreme itching (I rarely if ever actually feel like I have to scratch).

5. How often do people get them from non-sexual contact-hotels, planes, etc.?

Thanks
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No, I guess there are no experts who come in here frequently and reply :(
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I am concerned my question below may seem rude so I will begin by apologizing and saying that's not my intent. I am just struggling with anxiety and guilt.

That said, are there experts who pop in here and comment on a regular basis here, or is this forum less well-staffed then the STD forum (they are super-responsive, perhaps because they know the stakes are high, and they spoiled me).

Anyway, I was wondering if anyone knew anything about scabies, especially my questions above. Thanks in advance.
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Also-any association with back pain?!
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