Open AccessScabies surrepticius: An uncommon presentation of a common dermatosis
Author(s) -
Kouki Chaima,
Korbi Mouna,
Manaa Linda,
Njim Laila,
Mohamed Mariem,
Belhadjali Hichem,
Zili Jameleddine
Publication year - 2022
Publication title -
clinical case reports
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.21
H-Index - 9
ISSN - 2050-0904
DOI - 10.1002/ccr3.6099
Subject(s) - medicine , presentation (obstetrics) , dermatology , scabies , surgery
We report an atypical presentation of a common disease to highlight the importance of making a correct diagnosis of scabies surrepticius in front of any itchy dermatosis especially in elderly patients. The misdiagnosis of this disease results in extensive infestation, especially with the use of corticosteroids.