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Recurring scabies - please help!

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OwlJJ96
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so a few months ago i visited the docs 3 times regarding a skin itch that developed into a rash. finally the last doctor recognised it as scabies. i did the treatment (two loads of peremthin, one week apart), washed/bagged clothes etc. it calmed for a short while but 2 weeks ago i noticed a few new bumps. so i wacked another load of the cream on, this time it really reduced symptoms - no rash and reduced itch. however, 2 days ago I noticed new bumps that have spread very quickly this time , all over legs elbows wrists etc. i spoke to doctor who said i could try Mathalion - but ive read online this can be even less effective. does anyone have any tips at all to help? or whether i can get the oral treatment from the NHS?

im so frustrated - its making my life hell ontop of this hugely difficult time, please do share any ideas or tips 😦

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