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I went to the doctors over an itchy rash. dr thinks its insect bites or scabies, it hasnt cleared but is no longer itchy, what else could it be?

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Dr. Morris Westfried answered

Still scabies: If you were treated forvscabies. The medicine can clear the infection but the inflammation will require several days for the skin to return to normal. During this phase a prescription topical steroid is useful. Also check for any other possible sources such as pets.

Dr Villaplana and another doctor agreed

Answered 10/3/2016

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Dr. John Chiu answered

Scar: Bites and itchy rash may leave you with a scar.

Answered 9/28/2016

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A member asked:

I went to the doctors over an itchy rash. dr thinks its insect bites or scabies, it hasnt cleared but is no longer itchy, what else could it be?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Morris Westfried answered

Dr Villaplana and another doctor agreed

Dr. John Chiu answered

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