Scratching beneath the surface: An evaluation of the management of scabies 2017-2023.

Introduction: Possible resistance to recommended treatments for scabies has emerged recently. In response to anecdotal reports of a recent increase in treatment failure with permethrin, the British Association for Sexual Health and HIV (BASHH) released a statement alerting members to this.

Aims: To examine attendances and the treatment pathways for scabies cases seen at local sexual health clinics.