See a healthcare professional for diagnosis and treatment
Use a prescribed scabicide such as permethrin 5% cream or oral ivermectin
Apply treatment exactly as directed, usually to the entire body from the neck down
Leave the medication on for the recommended time before washing off
Repeat treatment if instructed by the healthcare professional
Treat all close household and sexual contacts at the same time
Wash bedding, clothing, and towels used in the previous 3 days in hot water and dry on high heat
Seal items that cannot be washed in a closed bag for several days to a week
Vacuum mattresses, furniture, and carpets
Avoid close skin-to-skin contact until treatment is completed
Keep fingernails short and clean
Use antihistamines or soothing lotions if itching persists after treatment, if approved by a healthcare professional
Return to a healthcare professional if symptoms continue, worsen, or new burrows or rash appear