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    GlossarySarcoptes scabiei

    microscopic mite causing scabies by burrowing into skin

    Sarcoptes scabiei, commonly known as the itch mite, is a microscopic parasitic mite that burrows into the skin of humans and other mammals, causing the condition known as scabies. This infestation leads to intense itching and a pimple-like skin rash, often requiring medical treatment to eradicate the mites and alleviate symptoms.

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