Scabies

Question 1

What is the causative agent of scabies?

Answer 1

Sarcoptes scabiei

Scabies is caused by a mite known as Sarcoptes scabiei.

Question 2

How are scabies lesions commonly described?

Answer 2

Linear burrows

Lesions typically appear as linear burrows on the skin.

Question 3

What bacterial infection can occur secondary to scabies?

Answer 3

Staph aureus

Scabies lesions can become superinfected with Staphylococcus aureus.

Question 4

What is the first-line treatment for scabies?

Answer 4

Topical permethrin

Topical permethrin is the primary treatment for scabies.

Question 5

What is the treatment for disseminated scabies in HIV patients?

Answer 5

Oral ivermectin

Disseminated scabies in HIV patients is treated with oral ivermectin.

Question 6

True or False: Topical permethrin is also used to treat pediculosis.

Answer 6

True

Topical permethrin is effective against lice (pediculosis) as well.