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Crusted scabies with scalp involvement in an institutionalized elderly
Hsiu-Hui Chiu1,2, Cheng-Che E Lan3,4
1Department of Dermatology, E-Da Cancer Hospital, Taiwan.
Indian Journal of Sexually Transmitted Diseases and AIDS
|October 16, 2020
Summary
Crusted scabies can affect the scalp, unlike typical scabies. Scalp treatment is recommended for immunocompromised individuals, infants, children, the elderly, and relapse cases.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Parasitology
Background:
- Scabies is a common mite infestation.
- Typical scabies spares the face and scalp in adults.
- Crusted scabies is a severe form of scabies.
Purpose of the Study:
- To report an unusual case of crusted scabies with scalp infestation.
- To highlight the importance of scalp evaluation in specific patient groups.
Main Methods:
- Case report.
- Clinical observation.
Main Results:
- An unusual case of crusted scabies involving the scalp was observed.
- This presentation differs from typical scabies presentations.
Conclusions:
- Crusted scabies can infest the scalp.
- Topical scalp treatment should be considered for suspected scalp lesions, immunocompromised patients, infants, children, the elderly, and in cases of relapse.
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