Dermatologist Dr Katherine Armour explains that this presents as a rash that can be “red, scaly, intensely itchy or stinging” ...

People are being told not to ignore an itchy rash, with GPs in England reporting a spike in scabies - the highly infectious ... who spoke of multiple cases arising "out of nowhere" and whole houses ...

This is an inflammatory skin condition and often involves redness, itching, and the formation of blisters or rashes. Topical corticosteroids, and antihistamines may be used to manage symptoms.