🦠 Cause of Scabies

Let’s understand this in a very simple way.

First, what is scabies?
Scabies is a skin infection that causes intense itching, especially at night.

What causes scabies?
It is NOT caused by bacteria.

👉 It is caused by a parasite (mite).

✅ Correct Answer: (b) Itch mite

Which mite exactly?
The disease is caused by the mite Sarcoptes scabiei.

👉 This mite burrows into the skin and causes itching.

Why other options are not correct?

• (a) Mosquito → ❌ Spreads malaria, dengue
• (c) Louse → ❌ Causes pediculosis (lice infestation)
• (d) Sandfly → ❌ Spreads kala-azar (leishmaniasis)

Simple Exam Trick:
Scabies → Itching → Itch mite

📌 Disclaimer: For exam preparation only. Follow clinical guidelines in practice.

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