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Guide me for scabies treatment and prevention. How can I treat it at home or do I need to go to to doctor.
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Hi Scabies is a common infestation. However it is usually over self diagnosed. Please consider meeting a dermatologist as they can supervise the treatment protocol of yours as well as family /friends who you share your residence with to prevent recurrence
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