What are scabies mites most afraid of?

Jul 03, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

The skin on the body is red and itchy; after going to the hospital for a checkup, it was diagnosed as scabies. What are scabies mites most afraid of?

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Wang Xiaoyan
Scabies mites are most vulnerable to high temperatures and sunlight. They prefer environments with lower temperature and humidity, but have poor survival ability under high temperature conditions, and can usually be eliminated with exposure to temperatures around 60°C for approximately 10 minutes. In addition, scabies mites are also susceptible to sulfur. Therefore, in addition to disinfecting clothing and bedding at high temperatures, sulfur-containing medications can also be applied for treatment after infection. At the same time, maintaining good personal hygiene habits, such as frequent bathing, regularly changing clothes, and avoiding excessive indoor humidity, can also help prevent the breeding of scabies mites.