Who should be treated for scabies?
Anyone diagnosed with scabies and their close contacts should be treated. All family members should be treated at the same time to prevent re-infestation. How soon after treatment will I feel better? Itching may continue for 2-3 weeks, and does not mean that you are still infested. Other anti-itch medicines can be used during this. No new rashes should appear 24-48 hours after effective treatment.
