Scabies
Eradicated in the patient and in the household.
Scabies is an infestation by a microscopic mite that burrows into the upper skin. It causes ferocious itching, worst at night, with burrows and papules between the fingers, at the wrists, waistline and genitals.
- 2 applications
- Treatment
- Treat all
- Contacts
- 2–4 wks
- Itch settles
- None
- Downtime
- Permethrin topical therapy
- Oral ivermectin
- Household contact treatment
- Laundry & bedding protocol
Diagnosed first, treated second.
Treatment fails for two reasons: incorrect application, and untreated household contacts. Both are addressed here with a written protocol, because the mite passes back and forth until everyone is treated together.
- 01Permethrin topical therapy
- 02Oral ivermectin
- 03Household contact treatment
- 04Laundry & bedding protocol
- 05Post-scabetic itch management
- Severe itching, worse at night
- Rash between the fingers or at the wrists
- Several household members itching
- Itch after travel or shared accommodation
- Failed previous scabies treatment
How the treatment works
A sequence, not a single appointment — each step informs the next.
- 01
Confirmation
Dermatoscopy or skin scraping demonstrates mites, eggs or burrows.
- 02
Full protocol
Topical or oral treatment prescribed with exact application instructions.
- 03
Household treatment
All contacts are treated simultaneously, whether symptomatic or not.
- 04
Itch management
Post-scabetic itch is treated separately so it is not mistaken for failure.
Results measured, not promised.
What to expect
- 01Infestation eradicated
- 02Night-time itching resolved
- 03Household reinfestation prevented
- 04Secondary infection treated
- 05Clear written instructions for everyone
Begin with a diagnosis,
not a guess.
Share a few details and the clinic will reply with available consultation times for scabies — one-to-one with Dr. Arely.
- Response
- Within 24 hours
- Consultation
- One-to-one, 45 min
- Assessment
- Trichoscopy included
- Location
- Dr. Arely Clinic
Frequently asked
Post-scabetic itch is an allergic reaction to dead mites and settles over two to four weeks.
Yes — simultaneously, even without symptoms, or reinfestation is almost certain.
Through prolonged skin-to-skin contact, and occasionally through shared bedding or clothing.
Hot wash and hot dry, or sealed in a bag for 72 hours. Full instructions are provided.