Sorry to hear this,
@bks. Just curious: When did you start walking? Normally, I'd have a look at earlier posts but due to the current update of the forum software the Search function does not work.
I had a look at the link to the WHO webpage posted in comment
#2. Up to now I knew about scabies only thanks to jokes in sitcoms and other TV series and movies. I understand it better now. No reason for panic but I note that these are precautions recommended on the WHO webpage, in addition to avoiding skin contact with an infested person, such as:
- wash and dry bedding and clothing that has been in contact with the infested person, using hot water and drying in direct sunlight, a hot dryer cycle or dry cleaning;
- seal items that can’t be washed in a plastic bag for a week to help eliminate the mites; and
- clean and vacuum or sweep rooms after an infested person has been treated, especially for people with crusted scabies.
I hope you get rid of the infection very quickly!