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Would you please guide me to get cured of small white worms or mites coming out of my skin?

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Hi doctor,

I am a 42-year-old female. I seem to have small white worms or mites coming out of my skin. It also appears to be covered with tiny black splinters or spores and tiny black fibers. They are making tunnels through my skin and destroying my face. My best friend had similar symptoms a year ago, and I got it six months ago. I was treated with Ivermectin and Mebendazole, but neither of them worked for me. I can feel a burning or tingling sensation and sometimes like being stung by bees. I am not psychotic or suffer from delusional parasitosis, but there is some parasite going around, and it is contagious. Currently, I take Ativan, Adderall, and Dilaudid for DDD. Kindly help.

Answered by Dr. Dhepe Snehal Madhav

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Dhepe Snehal Madhav is a Dermatologist and Venereologist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of various skin conditions. She is experienced in evaluating patients, conducting thorough screenings, and formulating personalized treatment plans to ensure optimal skin health. She delivers compassionate and comprehensive dermatological care.

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Hi,

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It is a parasitic infestation with a secondary bacterial infection. I would suggest the following. Apply 5 Percent Permethrin cream on day one and day seven (all over the body below the neck) at night, keep it for eight to 12 hours, then wash it the next morning. Do not apply to the face and genital area. Take Tablet Zentel 400 mg (Albendazole) only once stat (immediately). Use Permite BB (Permethrin) bar soap for a bath for two months. Take Tablet Levocetirizine 5 mg at night after food for seven days(if itching). Use Nadibact cream (Nadifloxacin) twice daily in the morning and night on the face lesion for 15 days. Maintain proper hygiene. Wash clothes separately in hot water. Iron them regularly. Change bed linens or bedsheets, pillows every alternate day. Bath twice daily. Add Neem leaves to bathwater. Add anti-septic liquid Dettol to bathwater. Regards.

Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

Thank you for answering. How do I get all these medications?

Answered by Dr. Dhepe Snehal Madhav

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Dhepe Snehal Madhav is a Dermatologist and Venereologist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of various skin conditions. She is experienced in evaluating patients, conducting thorough screenings, and formulating personalized treatment plans to ensure optimal skin health. She delivers compassionate and comprehensive dermatological care.

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Hello,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

You have to consult a nearby physician, get a prescription and buy from a pharmacy. Regards.

Medically reviewed by Dr. Sneha Kannan
Published At December 17, 2021
Reviewed At November 24, 2025

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Dhepe Snehal Madhav is a Dermatologist and Venereologist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of various skin conditions. She is experienced in evaluating patients, conducting thorough screenings, and formulating personalized treatment plans to ensure optimal skin health. She delivers compassionate and comprehensive dermatological care.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

Education:

BDS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Sneha Kannan is a skilled Dental Surgeon with expertise in providing general dental care, including scaling, fillings, and preventive treatments. She does oral surgery procedures such as extractions and minor surgical interventions. She does procedures in restorative dentistry, including crowns, bridges, and dentures. She is an expert in doing endodontic treatments such as root canal therapy. She is well-versed in doing procedures in cosmetic dentistry, including teeth whitening and smile correction. She can provide pediatric dental care for children’s oral health and preventive treatments. She promotes oral hygiene awareness and preventive dental practices.  

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Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Dhepe Snehal Madhav is a Dermatologist and Venereologist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of various skin conditions. She is experienced in evaluating patients, conducting thorough screenings, and formulating personalized treatment plans to ensure optimal skin health. She delivers compassionate and comprehensive dermatological care.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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