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I m suffring from scabies , due to it itching is occuring everywhere on my body , help me doc?

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Permethrin cream: You need to get proper treatment with Elimite cream (permethrin). And you also need to get rid of the source of the scabies which are the eggs and mites. These can hide out in the bed and linens. Everything needs to be washed and anything unwashable needs to be sealed off with plastic so there's no contact with your body for 3-5 days so the mites and eggs can suffocate and not repopulate.

Answered 10/4/2016

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Scabies: It requires effort to get rid of scabies. 1st, you ; all members of your household need to be treated. Ivermectin is an effective medication for treating scabies. 2nd, clean (ie. Hot water in machine) clothes, bedding ; towels you've come in contact w). There may be things like pillows that can’t go in the wash. Place them in a big plastic bag ; tie it up. Keep it in there for 48 hours because.

Answered 9/28/2016

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My whole body itches & its not scabies what can cause this?

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