Norwegian Scabies in a Renal Transplant Patient, a Case Report
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scabies, immunocompromised host, sarcoptes scabiei, kidney transplantationAbstract
Scabies, caused by Sarcoptes scabiei, is a common dermatosis in developing countries and among vulnerable groups. Although its classic presentation is well-known, Norwegian (crusted) scabies represents a severe form associated with immunosuppression. The objective of this article is to describe a case of Norwegian scabies in a renal transplant patient. A 71-year-old female renal transplant patient with immunosuppression presented with Norwegian scabies, exhibiting intense pruritus and rough, scaly lesions. She had previously used permethrin with an allergic reaction. Exfoliative cytology and biopsy confirmed the infestation by Sarcoptes scabiei. Treatment with ivermectin and sulfur soap was effective. The patient was discharged with significant improvement. Norwegian scabies severely impacts vulnerable individuals and the healthcare system. Prevention, accurate diagnosis, and timely treatment are crucial for its control.
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