What should I do about scabies that has lasted for six months?
Disease description:
I've had scabies for nearly half a year, and despite ongoing treatment, it keeps recurring without improvement. I'd like to ask, what should I do if scabies has persisted for six months?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Wang Xiaoyan
When scabies persists for six months without healing, it is important to seek help from a qualified physician for thorough diagnosis and treatment. Scabies is a skin condition caused by mites, and prolonged infection may result from inappropriate treatment or incomplete control of the infestation. Patients should follow their doctor's advice and properly use anti-mite medications such as sulfur ointment or benzyl benzoate, paying close attention to correct application methods and treatment duration. Keeping the skin clean and dry, and avoiding sharing clothing or bedding with others, can help prevent cross-infection. Enhancing immunity and adjusting diet and lifestyle habits also contribute to recovery. For cases where scabies has not healed after six months, patients should actively cooperate with their doctor’s treatment plan and maintain good hygiene and healthy living practices.
