Scabies outbreak results in ward closure at Raigmore Hospital in Inverness

A ward at Raigmore Hospital in Inverness remains closed to new admissions due to an outbreak of scabies.

The affected ward is 3A.

An NHS Highland spokeswoman said: "Infection control measures are in place and we are also reviewing the closure on a daily basis."

The contagious skin condition is caused by tiny mites which burrow into the skin.

Symptoms include intense itching, especially at night, and a raised rash or spots.

It can take up to eight weeks to appear from the point of infection.

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