Scabies is an itchy skin infestation by mites, and head lice live in scalp hair. Both pass between people in close contact and need a proper treatment course for everyone affected.
It can continue for a few weeks after the mites are gone, so it does not always mean treatment failed.
Yes, in hot water, and items that cannot be washed can be sealed in a bag for several days.
This information is for general awareness and is not a substitute for medical advice. Please consult a doctor or pharmacist before starting, changing or stopping any medicine.
Scabies mites and head lice spread by close contact and cause strong itching, often at night. Khasmart stocks permethrin creams and lotions, anti-lice shampoos and ivermectin tablets that doctors commonly prescribe.
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