What Could Cause Itchy Rashes At The Same Location As Previously Occurred Scabies?

Posted on Thu, 20 Sep 2018

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Question : A few weeks ago I was diagnosed with scabes.had rash and itch later a while .got better now for about 3 weeks itchy rash is back alongside where the scabies rash was what can be my issues now.thank you

Answered by Dr. Dr.Arnab (-3 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Scabies can be a recurring problem.

Detailed Answer:

Hello,

Although it's been 3 weeks Scabies can be a recurring problem. First of all, a complete change of linens and clothing items should be done. You can wash off the used ones with warm water. Along with this, complete vacuum cleaning of the house should also be done.

Please get the rash checked up by any physician/Dermatologist nearby, in case of recurrence there's a need to start a new regimen of medications again.

Meantime, you may take an antihistamine (eg. CETIRIZINE tablet), take cold water bath and apply some soothing aloe-vera lotion over the area for symptomatic relief.

Let me know if I can assist you further. Take Care.
Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Arnab Banerjee

Follow up: Dr. Dr.Arnab (29 minutes later)

Been three months since scabes.got better but since then the rash began again that been about ,3 wks.ago have had steroids cortisone anti fungal still itching.

Answered by Dr. Dr.Arnab (58 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Follow as already advised.

Detailed Answer:

Hi,

Yes, it needs to be examined, so please get it checked up as already advised. Just follow the bits of advice given earlier, it'll bring symptomatic relief for the time being.

Let me know if I can assist you further. Take Care.
Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Arnab Banerjee