EVALUATION OF THE TREATMENT OUTCOME OF SCABIES WITH 7% SULFUR CREAM AT CAN THO DERMATO-VENEREOLOGY HOSPITAL IN 2024-2025

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Objective: To evaluate the treatment outcome of scabies with 7% sulfur cream. Research object and Method: A cross-sectional descriptive study was conducted on 54 patients diagnosed with scabies at Can Tho Dermato-Venereology Hospital from 2024 to 2025. Patients applied 7% sulfur cream for three consecutive days and were evaluated two weeks after treatment. Results: Significant improvement in itching and skin lesions was observed after two weeks (p < 0.001). The cure rate was 85.2%. Mild and transient side effects including erythema, stinging, burning and dry skin were reported in 11.1% of patients. Conclusion: 7% sulfur cream is a safe and effective treatment for scabies.