Roughly two percent of the Australian population has a skin condition known as psoriasis. Psoriasis presents in a number of different ways. For most people, the condition is mild and a nuisance only, but for some it may be severe enough to require Continue Reading
Scabies
Scabies is a condition where the skin is infested by a mite called Sarcoptes scabei. Scabies occurs worldwide and is endemic in some tropical countries. The mite is very small and cannot be seen with the naked eye. It is highly contagious and can be Continue Reading
Head Lice
Even thinking about head lice can cause you to scratch and itch! Head lice are very common in school-aged children and are a nightmare for parents. Pediculus humanus is a highly contagious mite that is responsible for causing head lice. The louse can Continue Reading