A contagious skin infection caused by the itch mite (Sarcoptes scaboi); characterized by persistent itching and skin irritation; SYN. itch.
Contagious infection of the skin caused by the parasitic itch mite Sarcoptes scabiei, which burrows under the skin to deposit eggs. Treatment is by antiparasitic creams and lotions.
The itch; mange.
Svrbljenje, svrabež.