Norwegian scabies in HIV and tuberculosis infected patient: A case report
Parasitology-Mycology Laboratory, Mohammed VI University Hospital. Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy, Cadi Ayyad University, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco.
Case Study
GSC Advanced Research and Reviews, 2024, 21(02), 159–163.
Article DOI: 10.30574/gscarr.2024.21.2.0414
Publication history:
Received on 22 September 2024; revised on 04 November 2024; accepted on 06 November 2024
Abstract:
Norwegian scabies is a rare scabies with the manifestation of thick crusts of the extremities of the skin that contain eggs and mites. Several conditions in which scabies infection is easily transmitted include immunocompromised, home nursing, and severe neurological disorder. The aim of this case report was to present a thorough analysis of a comprehensive resource for the management of Norwegian scabies patients, with a specific focus on individuals who also have HIV or other immunocompromising diseases. A 56 – year – old female presented with dermatitis lesions and itching with sever hyperkeratosis, several maculae and papules on neck and armpits for four months duration.Sarcoptes scabiei was found from microscopy examination of skin scraping. The patient received antiretroviral drugs, antituberculosis medication and scabicidal treatment.
Keywords:
Norwegian scabies; Sarcoptes scabie; HIV; Tuberculosis; Crusted skin; Ivermectin
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