Sex after 1 day of permethrin treatment for scabies and risk of transmission

Resolved question:
If I have sex 1 day after applying Permethrin for scabies, do I still risk spreading the infestation to my partner?

Submitted: 4 Days
Category: Dermatologist

Expert:  Dr. Kruti Jobanputra Banodkar replied 4 Days.

Hello,

Yes there is small risk of transmitting scabies to the partner. Single application might not give a 100% eradication. So a repeat application is suggested after a week (In consult with your Doctor). Unless thoroughly sterilised the infection can also spread via clothes / bedsheets etc.

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