Question 1

how long does it take scabies rash to disapear after treatment?

Accepted Answer

Weeks: Even though the scabies mites might have been eradicated, their body and droppings stay in the skin for weeks

Question 2

how long does it take for a scabies rash to go away after treatment?

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Scabies: Although sometimes referred to as the "seven-year itch, " scabies can be effectively treated with killing of the mite sarcoptes scabiei, preventing cross-contamination from a close contact and/or clothes/bedding sheets.  Sometimes pruritus may be secondary to postscabetic dermatitis which in turn is secondary to the skin reaction to the scabies infestation that persists after effective eradication.

Question 3

how long is it supposed to it take for the scabies rash to go away after treatment?

Accepted Answer

See below: 5% Permethrin is applied over the entire body from the chin to the toes and left on for 8 to 14 hours before washing off.  The treatment is repeated 1 week later.  After your first Permethrin treatment is completed you can try some calamine lotion and some solarcaine to the areas that itch the most for symptomatic relief.  The rash and itching can last over a week after the start of treatment.

Question 4

will rashes caused by scabies disappear on their own?

Accepted Answer

No need treatment: the scabies needs to be treated.The discoloration or dryness may take time.Use a moisturizer for that

Question 5

i've had constant itching for 6 months, and rashes 24/7 since then, i was diagnosed with scabies nut that didn't work, then alergic reaction.?

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Biopsy: I would follow-up for patch testing or a biopsy.

Question 6

how do i know if i have anaphylaxis? my body is itching me all over. how do i know it's not scabies? these rashes get crazy at night time. i've been having it for 3 weeks. did laundry 2x. and my lips have gotten swollen twice. i went to a doctor and she s

Accepted Answer

Not anaphylaxis: Anaphylaxis refers to acute allergic reaction with loss of blood pressure, passing out, tight airway, sudden difficulty breathing. The cause is usually known. You have something quite different. You need a diagnosis-----scabies or whatever----and your Dr should call a dermatologist for you to be seen on an urgent basis.

Question 7

how post scabies manifested? are there new rashes, new white head pimples, crawling?

Accepted Answer

Infected scabies : Sorry your question is not clear . Yes scabies  can get infected . New pimples would probably be a different thing , Irrespective of that antibiotics would be needed .

Question 8

i have severe itching accompanied by bumps, welts, and rashes - scabies or something else?

Accepted Answer

Could be scabies: You are describing either scabies or eczema (allergy). If you are also itching in hands and feet it is very likely that it is scabies. In that case all medications are prescription based so you need to see a dr. If not you may try otc Hydrocortisone cream + oral benadryl (diphenhydramine).

Question 9

sir iam suffering from scabies even i used medicines for a week iam feeling itchy rashes and itchy pimples like on my penis please sir what should ido?

Accepted Answer

It takes 2-3 weeks: It takes 2-3 weeks for scabies symptoms to subside after successful treatment. Even though the treatment killed the scabies mites, your body is still reacting to the dead mites, eggs, and droppings in your skin. Just wait it out; your symptoms will clear up in the next couple of weeks.

Question 10

very itchy upper body rashes for 18mths. topical ointment only temp fix. no allergies (tested). not scabies. not soaps/chemicals/hard water. 
help? :(

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Photo would help: The characteristics of the rash are very important to determine the cause. If you can share a photo here on Health Tap- there may be a dermatologist or other doctor who can identify it for you. I wonder if the rash comes and goes or is there all the time? What parts exactly on your body is it found? What exactly does the rash look like? Can you describe it... many Q's but needed to find diagnosis.

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How long is it supposed to it take for the scabies rash to go away after treatment?

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Will rashes caused by scabies disappear on their own?

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I've had constant itching for 6 months, and rashes 24/7 since then, i was diagnosed with scabies nut that didn't work, then alergic reaction.?

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How do i know if i have anaphylaxis? my body is itching me all over. how do i know it's not scabies? these rashes get crazy at night time. i've been having it for 3 weeks. did laundry 2x. and my lips have gotten swollen twice. i went to a doctor and she s

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How post scabies manifested? are there new rashes, new white head pimples, crawling?

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I have severe itching accompanied by bumps, welts, and rashes - scabies or something else?

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Sir iam suffering from scabies even i used medicines for a week iam feeling itchy rashes and itchy pimples like on my penis please sir what should ido?

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Very itchy upper body rashes for 18mths. topical ointment only temp fix. no allergies (tested). not scabies. not soaps/chemicals/hard water. help? :(

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