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How Long Itching Of Hands Persist Post Treatment For Scabies?
Hi, my doctor had diagnosed my family with scabies (mild) we have used the cream 5% but my family has stopped itching. But I seem to still be itching. Mainly on arms and top of hands. Is there a such thing as post scabies syndrome? And it s mostly at night, does that mean I still have them? How long can this itch last? Thank you!
Tue, 3 May 2016
Hi.
The itching and rash with scabies can continue for two weeks after the cream is applied, even if all the mites are killed
Beyond that, you might have the kind of scabies that is resistant to the cream and would require oral ivermectin for resolution
The itching and rash with scabies can continue for two weeks after the cream is applied, even if all the mites are killed
Beyond that, you might have the kind of scabies that is resistant to the cream and would require oral ivermectin for resolution
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