Scabies is a condition that usually affects children. So, as a parent, it’s important to familiarize yourself with all remedies, including home remedies for scabies. Let’s discuss what scabies is and which remedies for it work.
A Mite Mess
The idea of scabies is enough to make your skin crawl. In fact, it can literally make a person’s skin crawl. That’s because it’s caused when tiny mites burrow into the skin and lay their eggs. These mites tend to travel just below the surface of the skin, leaving tracks that look like pencil lines.
A Change Of Name
Scabies is transmitted by skin on skin contact, which could be anything from kids playing to a parent and child holding hands to two adults having sex. Scabies can also be transmitted by our K-9 friends, though. That’s because dogs are also susceptible to it, but, in their case it’s called mange.
Mange also occurs in cats. However, feline mange is not the same as canine mange at all. The feline version can’t be passed to dogs or to human beings.
Treatments
The first home treatment for scabies is to simply not scratch. That could mean using home anti-itch remedies. For example, chamomile lotion or aloe can help to relieve itchiness temporarily. This also requires parents to be vigilant, since it’s hard to keep kids from scratching when you aren’t looking.
One natural way to treat scabies is with a mixture of neem oil and turmeric powder. You used to have to mix it yourself, but it now comes pre-mixed in creams and lotions for scabies treatment.
Another natural treatment option is tea tree oil. However, it’s important to dilute it, since it’s extremely strong. You can put 10 to 20 drops of it in a tub of water and bath in it, for example.
Feel Good Facts
One thing you should know about scabies mites is that they aren’t like head lice or fleas. That is, they don’t usually spread. They stick mainly to human skin. So, you don’t usually need to worry about all of the fabrics in your house becoming infected. However, anyone who has scabies should wash the sheets and blankets every day after they sleep.
Another good thing to know is that scabies are fairly easy to get rid of. However, it’s important to be vigilant, since their eggs can hatch after initial treatment and new mites can sometimes survive.
Home remedies for scabies can work, but they usually take longer than traditional treatment. The primary reason to use home remedies is if you happen to be allergic to the traditional medication. In any case, talk to the doctor to confirm your scabies case and they can suggest treatment options.