Microbiology: Parasitic Skin Infections Flashcards
1
Q
what is the causative organisms of scabies
A
sarcoptes scabiei
2
Q
what is “Norwegian Scabies”
A
chronic crusted form of scabies, highly infectious
3
Q
what is the incubation period of scabies
A
up to 6 weeks
4
Q
describe the rash seen in scabies
A
intensely itchy, affecting finger webs, wrists and genital area
5
Q
what is involved in the treatment of scabies
A
malathion lotion, applied overnight to whole body washed off next day benzyl benzoate(not in children)
6
Q
what are pediculus capitis, pediculus corporis and phthirus pubis more commonly known as
A
head louse, body louse and pubic louse respectively
7
Q
what clinical feature are lice associated with
A
intense itch
8
Q
what treatment is used for lice
A
malathion lotion