What common symptom might persist after treatment for scabies?

Itching is a common symptom that may persist after treatment for scabies due to several factors. Even after the mites have been eradicated, the skin may remain sensitive and inflamed, leading to continued itching. This can be a result of several factors, such as:

1. Inflammatory Response: The body’s immune response to the scabies mites can cause lingering inflammation in the skin, resulting in itching that can last for several weeks.

2. Histamine Release: The treatment may reduce or eliminate the mites, but the immune system can still react to the remnants of the mites or their waste products, leading to ongoing itching.

3. Skin Sensitivity: After the skin has been infested and treated, it can remain more sensitive, causing discomfort and itching that doesn't resolve immediately.

4. Secondary Infections: Scratching from the itching may lead to secondary bacterial infections, further exacerbating the irritation and itchiness even after the scabies themselves have been treated.

In clinical practice, it's important to reassure patients that while the persistent itching can be bothersome, it is typically a normal part of the recovery process, and treatment can often include topical corticosteroids or antihistamines to help manage the