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Time taken 2 cure scabies
How much time will it take to cure scabies. I've used permethrin cream two nights in a row. I am sick of the itchy rashes and wanna get rid of it asap.
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Scabies treatment involves eliminating the infestation with medications. so u are using permethrin cream.
Permethrin is a topical cream that contains chemicals that kill scabies mites and their eggs. It is generally considered safe for adults.
Although these medications kill the mites promptly, you may find that the itching doesn't stop entirely for 2 to 3 weeks or several weeks.
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Dr. Vijay Adhe
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Scabies is caused by tiny mites and it is a contagious condition. Itching occurs as an allergic response of body to these mites and may take 2-3 weeks to completely subside. Treatment of all the members of family and close contacts is needed for complete cure. Permethrin application is repeated after 7 days of 1 St application and not on consequent days.
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