Infestations of Skin and Soft Tissue

Question 1

Which layer of skin do the scabies extoparasites brow into?

Answer 1

Stratum corneum

Question 2

What is the typical presentation of scabies?

Answer 2

Linear erythematous lesions of papules and nodules

Puritus which is usually worse at night

Question 3

What is the name of the variant of scabies where there is thick crusted lesions on the elbows, knees, hands and feet.

Answer 3

Norwegian / Crusted scabies

Question 4

What is the treatment for scabies?

Answer 4

Topical permethrin cream

Topical benzoyl benzoate

Question 5

How are body lice spread?

Answer 5

Direct contact

Sharing of infected clothing

Question 6

How are lice infestations treated?

Answer 6

Topical insecticides
Physical removal through brushing of hair in headlice and pubic lice
High temperature washing of clothes to eradicated body lice