Scabies Flashcards
1
Q
What causes scabies?
A
Sarcoptes scabiei
2
Q
What is Norwegian scabies?
A
Chronic crusty form- HIGHLY contagious
Seen most commonly in immunocompromised and elderly
3
Q
Presentation of scabies?
A
V. Itchy rash in genital area, finger webs, umbilicus and wrists,
Often worse at night
4
Q
Treatment of scabies?
A
Malathion or permethrin lotion (applied overnight to whole body)
-Benzyl benzoate (Avoid in kids)
5
Q
What does the scabies rash look like?
A
Erythematous pupules, vesicles, pustules or nodules
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visible burrows
