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    • To present current clinical diagnostic methods for scabies.
    • To review updated treatment strategies for scabies in the Australian context.

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    • Diagnosis primarily relies on clinical assessment.
    • Dermatoscopy serves as a valuable supplementary diagnostic technique.
    • Treatment guidelines incorporate both topical and oral medications.

    Main Results:

    • Scabies typically manifests as severe itch and a papular rash, often on hands, feet, and genitalia.
    • Infants and the elderly may present with more disseminated rashes.
    • Secondary bacterial infections are a frequent complication.

    Conclusions:

    • Clinical diagnosis is paramount, aided by dermatoscopy.
    • Topical permethrin is effective for individual treatment.
    • Oral ivermectin is a safe, effective alternative and is now subsidized in Australia.