Scabies

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Template:Scabies Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor-In-Chief: Cafer Zorkun, M.D., Ph.D. [2]

Synonyms and keywords: Sarcoptes scabiei

Overview

Historical Perspective

Pathophysiology

Causes

Differentiating Scabies from other Diseases

Epidemiology and Demographics

Risk Factors

Natural History, Complications and Prognosis

Diagnosis

History and Symptoms | Physical Examination | Laboratory Findings | Other Diagnostic Studies

Treatment

Medical Therapy | Primary Prevention | Secondary Prevention | Cost-Effectiveness of Therapy | Future or Investigational Therapies

Case Studies

Case #1

External Links

  • Center for Disease Control
  • The Merck Manual of Diagnosis and Therapy, 17th edition, 1999
  • Clinician's Pocket Reference, 9th edition, 2002
  • United States Centers for Disease Control and Protection
  • American Social Health Association
  • Chosidow O. "Scabies". New Engl J Med. 354 (16): 1718&ndash, 1727.
  • MedlinePlus Drug Information: Lindane
  • Scabies Pictures & Symptoms


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