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How soon scabies rash return if 4wks ivermectin&cleaning fail? random spots?less itch?meds before test=no proof.new neck spots&crawly face. what i do?

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Dr. Karen Butler answered

Usually 2 wks: With ivermectin you take your pills and are re examined in 2 wks to see if you need a second treatment. Sounds like you do so go back to the doctor

Answered 6/4/2018

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A member asked:

How soon scabies rash return if 4wks ivermectin&cleaning fail? random spots?less itch?meds before test=no proof.new neck spots&crawly face. what i do?

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