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What is the remedy for scabies..!! are anti b to be taken.whats the best cream to be used.thanks?

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Permethrin cream: 5% permethrin cream: This is the most common treatment for scabies. If you have any further queries click this --> https://www.healthtap.com/experts/12714048-dr-vahe-yetimyan

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Answered 9/17/2015

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Fnished using permethrin cream for the 2nd time for scabies. Still have a crawling sensation on arms. Normal? Or possible failed treatment?

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I went to the ER due to a rash on my left arm, that started spreading. They diagnosed scabies and a cream treatment about 3 months ago, I had everyone in my home treated and they never showed or had any symptoms. My sores are not healing and itch????

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Hi, i'm 13 weeks pregnant and my gp told me I have scabies.Is there any safe treatment, i was told to get lyclear cream, but is it safe?

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After applying Permethrin cream for scabies treatment can I go back to work out in the heat ? Will me sweating profusely wash off the cream?

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Should i contact a doctor? I was treated 8 days ago for scabies with permethrin 5% cream, the day after the treatment i developed a clear fluid filled blister that popped and turned into a scab. I didn't think much of this since i work in the food industr

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