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Can Anyone Have Scabies Of Ears Causing Bad Ear Ache & Is It Contagious?
Hi!
Answering your queries---
Yes, scabies can affect any part of the skin including that of the ears.
Yes, it can cause a bad ear ache if it is severe enough to lead to inflammation.
Yes, it is contagious--if you scratch and then touch other parts of your body, you can spread the infection. Additionally your contaminated linen if used by others can give them the infection.
Do get back if you have follow up queries and here's wishing you speedy recovery.
Please accept my answer in case you do not have further queries.
Regards,
Answering your queries---
Yes, scabies can affect any part of the skin including that of the ears.
Yes, it can cause a bad ear ache if it is severe enough to lead to inflammation.
Yes, it is contagious--if you scratch and then touch other parts of your body, you can spread the infection. Additionally your contaminated linen if used by others can give them the infection.
Do get back if you have follow up queries and here's wishing you speedy recovery.
Please accept my answer in case you do not have further queries.
Regards,
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