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Hai-Ju Chen1, Chun-Ying Lu1, Guo-Mei Huang1
1Department of Dermatology and Venereology, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University, Nanning 530007, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, China.
Background:
Norwegian scabies (NS) is a serious parasitic skin condition. Although NS is one of the causes of erythroderma, it is frequently overlooked. Therefore, it is essential to raise awareness regarding NS presenting as erythroderma.
Case Summary:
We present a case of NS that persisted for more than 3 years. After following nonstandard treatment, the patient's rash worsened and gradually progressed into erythroderma. Finally, NS was diagnosed by skin microscopy and pathology.
Conclusion:
When patients with pruritic dermatosis have high-risk factors such as prolonged bed rest and immunodeficiency, clinicians need to enhance their awareness of NS and ensure prompt diagnosis and treatment.
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