scabies Flashcards
1
Q
scabies
A
very contagious parasitic infection-usually via contact
form burrows in the skin folds-webs of hands, webs of abdomen area
see burrows-like linear erythema
ITCH and PAIN
flexors-bum, groin
can take a while to appear
2
Q
Complication of scabies
A
can get super crusty lesions all over the are
3
Q
Treatment of scabies
A
Lyclear-permethrim-head to toe 2 times a week - hard to do alone and get right
Wash all bedding and clothes at 50 degrees
Treat all close family members