Question 1

what are the usual treatments for scabies in children?

Accepted Answer

Permethrin: Permethrin cream by prescription. Sometimes you have to use it again after 2 weeks, and make sure you wash all used linens and treat exposed people.  Rarely the might need pills to cure it. It is contagious.

Question 2

are children more susceptible to scabies?

Accepted Answer

No: I see very few cases if any in children. All that i've treated were in adults, primarily young ones.

Question 3

what are scabies and how does it look on children?

Accepted Answer

Skin mites: Scabies is a skin infection caused by a human mite. The mite burrows into the skin and lays eggs which causes severe itching.   There can be a rash which usually looks like small pimples.  Common areas to find the rash are between the fingers and toes and along the belt-line.

Question 4

could you tell me what are scabies and how does it affect children emotionally?

Accepted Answer

Mites: Mites itch like crazy, contagious.

Question 5

how often do adults get scabies, or is it just a problem for children?

Accepted Answer

Scabies: Anyone can catch scabies. No age rule.

Question 6

appropriate remedies for scabies cream for children?

Accepted Answer

? question: I'm not sure what your question is here. What remedy for a cream are you looking for? If the kids have scabies, the cream is the remedy. Apply it as directed by the pharmacist. If you have questions about how to do that, call your pharmacy back for instructions.

Question 7

should my children be treated with oral ivermectin for resistant scabies? 5yro male 41lbs, 14 yro male 98lbs

Accepted Answer

Pediatrician : Their pediatrician is in best position to comment and decide as he or she has knowledge of their medical history and current condition as to what was tried already.

Question 8

scabies. partners 14yr old girl treated for scabies. is she still infectious for my children and how would she have got it?

Accepted Answer

Scabies: If she has been treated x 2, with the second treatment 7-14 days apart, chances are she is not infectious. She got from close contact with an infected person either in the family or friends or another one.

Question 9

can i leave my kids with my parents who were diagnosed with scabies? my parents were diagnosed today and are taking the pills this afternoon, was supposed to go out of town and was going to leave my children with said parents.  do i need to change my plan

Accepted Answer

If : If the parents were already treated and have washed all linens, clothes, towels, etc several days ago your children should be ok, but otherwise not.  See a picture of scabies and read about treatment options at the link below.

Question 10

what is an effective over-the-counter treatment for scabies? my children got scabies and im not sure i have them but i want to treat for them to be safe. i don't have insurance or a doctor and can't afford a prescription.

Accepted Answer

There : There is a cream called Elimite (permethrin) that you can buy over the counter. Follow the detailed instructions on the packaging. Also make sure to clean the sheets and all other bedding in very hot water.
Good luck.

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Appropriate remedies for scabies cream for children?

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Should my children be treated with oral ivermectin for resistant scabies? 5yro male 41lbs, 14 yro male 98lbs

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Scabies. partners 14yr old girl treated for scabies. is she still infectious for my children and how would she have got it?

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Can i leave my kids with my parents who were diagnosed with scabies? my parents were diagnosed today and are taking the pills this afternoon, was supposed to go out of town and was going to leave my children with said parents. do i need to change my plan

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What is an effective over-the-counter treatment for scabies? my children got scabies and im not sure i have them but i want to treat for them to be safe. i don't have insurance or a doctor and can't afford a prescription.

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