Reviewer: 3rd times a charm?, 25-34 Female on Treatment for less than 1 month (Patient)

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This is the third time in my life I have had Scabies, the first from sleeping in a not so clean place, the second from a partner and this time I have NO IDEA as I haven't been with anyone or slept anywhere in months. Each of my instances were years apart. Both previous times I've used Permethrin and noticed results right away. This time however my first use brought everything out and they were pis ... Show Full Comment

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This is the third time in my life I have had Scabies, the first from sleeping in a not so clean place, the second from a partner and this time I have NO IDEA as I haven't been with anyone or slept anywhere in months. Each of my instances were years apart. Both previous times I've used Permethrin and noticed results right away. This time however my first use brought everything out and they were pissed...SO I did a second treatment 4 days later and I'm itch free in most places but my leg.. I'm literally TERRIFIED to touch anything.. I hear its supposed to rash for a few days after, but with the holidays and being supposed to see my family, I'm really concerned..
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Reviewer: 55-64 Female on Treatment for 1 to 6 months (Caregiver)

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Used treatment for six weeks straight with repeated refills along with daily vacuuming, washing clothing and linens in hot water, etc., etc. Didn't work!

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Used treatment for six weeks straight with repeated refills along with daily vacuuming, washing clothing and linens in hot water, etc., etc. Didn't work!
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Reviewer: servbot001, 25-34 Male on Treatment for 1 to 6 months (Patient)

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I keep reading a bunch of people saying that the Permethrin did not work. This is most likely not the truth. It's important to note that it is a nerve poison and the itching will continue for weeks to possibly YEARS afterwards depending on how long you had scabies. It is BAD for your skin but the benefits outweigh the bad - unless directed, do not treat more than your doctor says because it will s ... Show Full Comment

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I keep reading a bunch of people saying that the Permethrin did not work. This is most likely not the truth. It's important to note that it is a nerve poison and the itching will continue for weeks to possibly YEARS afterwards depending on how long you had scabies. It is BAD for your skin but the benefits outweigh the bad - unless directed, do not treat more than your doctor says because it will severely harm your skin. Your skin is sensitive because it has debris still in it and you have a chemical burn from a nerve poison. There is also a psychological effect associated with scabies - you may think they are not gone. Your body will itch due to your mind thinking you're still infested. Again, this may last weeks to years depending on how long you were infested. You are highly likely to be re-infested if you do not pin-point the source of the infestation. I was infested again because my friends were infested and they did not realize it. Your environment is highly important - including your friends and family. The mite is also selective and likes some people more than others - much like mosquitoes, they target certain people more 'tastier' people.
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Reviewer: littlewarrior, 45-54 Female on Treatment for less than 1 month (Patient)

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for u people who are suffering for more than 2 weeks try this, this is how I had to get rid of them. Take a bath/shower with Lava soap, then put on quell lotion body treatment that I got from doctor. It only took 1 week to get rid of scabies.

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for u people who are suffering for more than 2 weeks try this, this is how I had to get rid of them. Take a bath/shower with Lava soap, then put on quell lotion body treatment that I got from doctor. It only took 1 week to get rid of scabies.
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Reviewer: Bill in Tennessee, 55-64 Male on Treatment for less than 1 month (Patient)

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I suffered for 6 months while six medical doctors tried to diagnose my itching and red spots. Just because other folks in your household do not not have symptoms like you does not discount SCABIES as the culprit. All of my doctors assumed just that. Suddenly one day my wife started having similar symptoms so my primary care provider decided it was time to administer the cream. The cream was ap ... Show Full Comment

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I suffered for 6 months while six medical doctors tried to diagnose my itching and red spots. Just because other folks in your household do not not have symptoms like you does not discount SCABIES as the culprit. All of my doctors assumed just that. Suddenly one day my wife started having similar symptoms so my primary care provider decided it was time to administer the cream. The cream was applied as instructed and the next day I saw a tremendous reduction in itching and redness. It has been 3 days and I still improve a little each day. Will re-apply cream as a follow-up therapy in one week. So far, I am very happy with the results. No side effects. It is very critical to remember and understand that itching will continue for some time after treatment. So, be prepared to control the itch and discomfort until the mite and the residue they created is flushed from your skin. Oh yes, take time to read the instruction sheet packed in the boz with your cream. It will answerer a lot of your questions. Good Luck !!
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