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Scabies treatment
My son had scabies treatment is going on one week done but still he have getting rashes and pimple like on his private part how many days it will cure totally.. permethrin and ivermectin suggested one week done 2 weeks more... is that enough... what else we should do... why it happened... from 2 to 3 weeks suffering from that...
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Kindly share a clear picture in good lighting of the affected area
Itching can be controlled by some topical
Also detailed medical history needs to be assessed before starting your son on personalised treatment
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Avoid any OTC topicals,
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100% cure possible.. for details do direct online consultation with photo
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This is understandable that you are anxious about the itch.
Scabies and it's hypersensitivity reaction does take some time to resolve.
Take it that you have been treated by a Qualified Dermatologist 🙏
Don't worry it will get better soon but best to send some pics and connect ASAP.
For further in depth discussion and quick resolution, please do connect via this App's INSTANT ONLINE Consultation 🙏
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Use some coconut oil or Moisturizer on the area to help calm the skin down.
Antihistamine like Levocetrizine or Fexofenadine will be useful.. at 14 he will be oK with the adult dose once daily.
Good Luck and Godspeed 🙏
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Need to consult online for further management
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It will take some time for the scabies to come down.its important that you are taking the medication in a right way.
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Please consult online for detailed treatment instructions
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Dr. Dhavala Guna Sagarika
Dermatologist
8 yrs exp
Srikakulam
Detailed history and clear images are required for correct diagnosis and treatment. Scabies is a mite infestation. It spreads from person to person. It takes time for atleast 2-3 weeks to resolve.
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kindly book online consultation for proper management and guidance
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Dr. Palak Deshmukh
Dermatologist
14 yrs exp
Pune
Itching takes times to resolve since it's and immunological response to the infection.
Kindly consult for better diagnosis and management
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Dr. Hitesh Viradiya
Dermatologist
9 yrs exp
Surat
Share pics for better evaluation
Can take 2 to 4 weeks for cure
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Kindly do direct online consultation for detailed information
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Dr. Sonia Tekchandani
Dermatologist
40 yrs exp
Mumbai
Hello, you can do online consultation with Doctor.Need to take detailed history with proper evaluation.Will prescribe medication accordingly. Please share photos of the concerned areas.
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Dr. Moin Ahmad Siddiqui
Trichologist
7 yrs exp
Lucknow
Need to see the severity of condition
Consult online
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Dr. Arpita
Dermatologist
15 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required..
Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription & guidance.
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