Scabies is a skin infestation caused by the burrowing of a mite into the stratum corneum of the skin. This parasitic mite creates visible tunnels or burrows, leading to intense itching (pruritus) and irritation. Transmission typically occurs through prolonged, close physical contact with an infested individual. Affected areas can include skin folds, finger webs, wrists, and waistlines. Diagnosis involves identifying the mites or their characteristic burrows, and treatment requires prescribed antimicrobial agents, which may be administered topically or systemically to eliminate the parasitic load.