Rare Form of Crusted Scabies in Diabetes: A Case Report
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Date
2022-02
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IJCP Group
Abstract
Crusted scabies is an uncommon manifestation of parasitic infection caused by Sarcoptes scabiei var. hominis. This variant of scabies is seen in various immunocompromised states. Uncontrolled diabetes is an immunocompromised state which is characterized by increased incidence of various infections, and rarely, may be associated with this rare crusted scabies, which may pose a real diagnostic challenge. A high index of suspicion is required for timely and correct diagnosis in the best interest of the patient and the public health point of view to prevent the spread of this highly contagious infestation.
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Crusted scabies, Norwegian scabies, diabetes
Citation
Verma Rachna, Arora Varun Kumar, Kalra Sanjay, Kumar Ashok, Srivastava Ajit, Jindal Bharat. Rare Form of Crusted Scabies in Diabetes: A Case Report. Indian Journal of Clinical Practice. 2022 Feb; 32(9): 34-37