Scabies is a skin rash caused by a mite called Sarcoptes scabiei. It is contagious and can spread through direct contact with a scabies-infected person, contact with contaminated clothing and bedding, and sexual intercourse.
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Please continue the Atarax syrup (Hydroxyzine) only if there is itching. You can repeat HH mite cream (Permethrin) if itching is significant.
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query and can understand your concern. You may have acquired animal scabies.
Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Do not worry. Use a lotion containing Lindane and Cetrimide for two consecutive nights, then wash it off with warm water the following day.
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com I read your query and understand your concern.
Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Please send photographs of all the affected areas. Any history of hypertension or diabetes mellitus? Any other family members affected? Kindly share your detailed history of the onset and progression. Regards.
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Scabies is usually transmitted by direct skin-to-skin contact. It can be transmitted by prolonged exposure to clothing or bedding or even furniture.
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your case. Firstly you need to understand that itching and bumps may persist for upto four weeks even after treatment of scabies.
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. Yes, you may get infected because of sharing the same bedsheet.
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