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A member asked:

What will get rid of scabies we have used malathion and permethrinand even bathing in epsom salt we have had wht the drs say is scabies for months help please?

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I : I would visit a dermatologist who can perform a skin scraping to confirm the diagnosis of scabies. See a classic picture of scabies and read about treatment options at the link below. I hope that helps!

Answered 3/11/2020

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