Crusted (Norwegian) Scabies Following Systemic and Topical Corticosteroid Therapy
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It is a case study of a 62-yr-old female with crusted (Norwegian) scabies, which appeared during her treatment with systemic and topical corticosteroid therapy, under the diagnosis of erythroderma. In the same time, the patient had been suffered from hypothyoidism, and her skin changes were misdiagnosed, because it was thought that they are associated with her endocrine disorder. Suddenly, beside the erythema, her skin became hyperkeratotic, with widespread scaling over the trunk and limbs, and crusted lesions appeared on her scalp and ears. The microscopic examination of the skin scales with potassium hydroxide demonstrated numerous scabies mites and eggs. Repeated topical treatments with lindan, benzoyl benzoat and 10% precipitated sulphur ointment led to the complete resolution of her skin condition.
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Norwegian scabies following topical steroid therapy.
Introduction Reports of Norwegian or crusted scabies occurring in England are rare (Calnan, 1950). In this condition itching is not a constant symptom, burrows may not be present and the acarus may be found on the head and neck. The acarus is seen within scales and the gross hyperkeratosis may give the skin the appearance of the bark of a tree. Norwegian scabies has been reported in mental defe...
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