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A member asked:

After 2 perms i am scabies free (derm check withot microscope) i have a lot of nodules on penis and that area. is it contagious and can i have sex?

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It is contagious and: your penis and groin area needs to be treated for scabies also. No sextill all lesions gone.

Answered 5/29/2016

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