Scabies is a common skin infection that affects children and is caused by a tiny parasitic mite called Sarcoptes scabiei. The mite burrows into the upper layer of the skin and causes irritation, itching, and inflammation. It spreads easily through close physical contact with an infected person and may also spread through sharing clothes, towels, bedding, or other personal items. Children living in crowded conditions or those with poor hygiene practices are more likely to develop scabies. Proper nutrition and a strong immune system help children fight infections, although scabies can occur in children of all nutritional backgrounds. The main symptom of scabies is intense itching, which often becomes worse at night. Children may develop small red bumps, rashes, or tiny blisters on the skin. The common areas affected include between the fingers, wrists, elbows, waist, armpits, buttocks, and areas around the genitals. In infants and young children,