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Will sulfur soap kill scabies
A 44-year-old female asked:
Dr. Joseph Easternanswered
Dermatology 46 years experience
It can't.: The prescription treatment (either topical or oral), after a thorough bath or shower (using any soap you wish) will be effective. The next morning, la... Read More
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A 44-year-old female asked:
Dr. Martin Raffanswered
Infectious Disease 58 years experience
Wait: Without seeing these it is impossible to diagnose on the internet. In fact, your dermatologist was not sure and had to biopsy these. Wait for result... Read More
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A 22-year-old male asked:
Dr. Joy Jacksonanswered
Family Medicine 21 years experience
There : There is an over the counter treatment called elimite (permethrin). I believe it is inexpensive. Also remember to wash your sheets/bedding in very hot... Read More
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A 35-year-old member asked:
Dr. Joel Gallantanswered
Infectious Disease 38 years experience
No: You need prescribed medications to kill scabies.
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A 32-year-old member asked:
Dr. Sheila Calderonanswered
Internal Medicine 43 years experience
No: Avoid ingredients you may be allergic to. Consider moisturizers, aveeno (oatmeal) bath oil and witch hazel to manage the itch until you see a doctor.
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A 34-year-old member asked:
Dr. Ed Friedlanderanswered
Pathology 46 years experience
No: Benzoyl peroxide is much more effective. Acne is not a hygiene problem. If the benzoyl peroxide isn't sufficient, please get with your personal physic... Read More
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5.1k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 31-year-old female asked:
Dr. Scott Schieberanswered
29 years experience
It's just soap: The only thing soap does (whatever kind) is help get rid of dirt and oils. If you want skin anti-aging, best bet is to protect from sun, don't smoke,... Read More
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3.8k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 41-year-old member asked:
Dr. Heidi Fowleranswered
Psychiatry 27 years experience
No: Sulfur soap is used for acne. It sloughs old skin and has a drying effect. The vaginal tissues are far too delicate that . You do not need to scrub o... Read More
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A 35-year-old member asked:
Dr. Jesse Millsanswered
Urology 22 years experience
No: No. As long as fluids are going from one body to the next especially without barrier protection, there is a risk of std.
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5k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 18-year-old female asked:
Dr. Alan Menteranswered
Dermatology 57 years experience
Yes, the Sulfur can cause the irritation and itching.
Apply a weak Cortisone ointment, not cream, sparingly 2-3 times daily.Rub in gently and complete... Read More
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Reviewed >2 years ago
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