What are the chances of having HIV and scabies together?

Question

Hi doctor,

I was diagnosed with scabies, and now I am worried that my family might also have it. The doctor prescribed Permethrin cream 5%, Ketoconazole cream, Fluconazole 150 mg, and Levocetirizine. Are these medications appropriate, or should I consider adding anything else? What steps should I take regarding furniture and mobile phones? I had protected sexual intercourse 60 days ago, and my HIV ELISA (HIV enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay) test result was negative after 60 days of exposure, as were the tests for other STDs (sexually transmitted diseases). Should I still be concerned about HIV? What are the chances of having both HIV and scabies together? My lymphocyte count and other blood counts were normal. If I were to have HIV, could I transmit it to my family through skin contact or by sharing utensils?

Please help.

Answer 1

Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I understand your concern.

Permethrin is effective for treating scabies, but Fluconazole and Ketoconazole are not relevant for this condition. Permethrin should be applied twice, with a one-week interval, and every family member should apply it at the same time. There is no need to worry about furniture and mobile phones, as transmission through these is rare. Clothes are the primary concern. Scabies is more common in advanced HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) cases. However, HIV is not transmitted through touching or sharing utensils, and if the sexual intercourse was protected, your risk of HIV is very low.

Regards.