Visitor restrictions have been introduced at Morriston Hospital in Swansea after a small number of scabies cases were confirmed, the local health board has said.
Swansea Bay University Health Board, which covers Swansea and Neath Port Talbot, confirmed the cases and said families have been informed. Appropriate treatment or guidance has been provided to patients, staff and relatives.
Health board confirms cases
A spokesman for the health board said: "The health board can confirm a small number of scabies cases at Morriston Hospital."
"Families have been informed and appropriate treatment or guidance has been provided to patients, staff, and relatives."
"Some visiting restrictions are in place, and we are grateful to relatives for their understanding."
Advice for the public
Scabies causes a skin rash and intense itching, caused by microscopic mites burrowing under the skin. It spreads through close skin contact and often affects skin between the fingers, around the wrists, under the arms, and around the waist, groin and bottom.
The spokesman added: "If anyone has concerns that they might have scabies, they can get advice from their local pharmacy or GP."
An outbreak was recorded at Prince Philip Hospital, Llanelli, Carmarthenshire, last month. In July, an outbreak of a rare and highly contagious form of the infestation called crusted scabies affected a ward at Glangwili Hospital, Carmarthen.
Information about symptoms and treatment can be found on the NHS 111 Wales website.
