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How long after using permethrin do scabies stop itching?
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Scabies: After being treated you may still itch for 2 to 4 more weeks until the allergic reaction has completely resolved.
Answered 9/22/2018
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I was treated for scabies 1 1/2 yrs ago with 2 treatments of permethrin 5 % . I have chronic itching starting about the same time. Are they related?
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Boyfriend and siblings have scabies. I don't have the rash but I'm itching a lot, will permethrin cream work even if I haven't developed a rash yet?
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