Synonym(s)
Bark Scabies; crusted scabies; Norwegian scabies; scabies crustosa; scabies norvegica
HistoryThis section has been translated automatically.
Danielssen and Boeck 1848; Hebra 1852
DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.
In industrialized countries rare, excessive variant of the scabies with explosive reproduction of the scabies mites, severe eczematization up to pseudo-oichthyotic skin changes. There is a high infectivity due to the high pathogen density.
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ManifestationThis section has been translated automatically.
Especially occurring in patients with disturbed immune system, e.g. diabetes mellitus, leukemia, AIDS, cachexia, after long-term glucocorticoid or cytostatic therapy. Cases of Scabies norwegica are also detected in patients who have been denied adequate therapy for years.
LocalizationThis section has been translated automatically.
Mostly symmetrical infestation. Especially hands, elbows, knees, ankles, face and capillitium are affected.
Clinical featuresThis section has been translated automatically.
Dirty-brown keratoses, bark, possibly redness and scaling on the whole integument. Hardly any itching. Extensive subungual hyperkeratosis, claw-like lifting of the distal nail plate. Mite ducts especially on Palmae and Plantae.
HistologyThis section has been translated automatically.
Masses of scabies mites and ducts in the stratum corneum.
General therapyThis section has been translated automatically.
In addition, it is recommended that contact persons be identified and treated, that the patient be admitted to hospital, that he/she be isolated, that protective measures be taken by the nursing staff, that body and bed linen be changed daily, and that the room and utensils be disinfected daily.
External therapyThis section has been translated automatically.
There are no large studies available on the therapy of Scabies norwegica. Initially, keratolytic pre-treatment with 5-10% salicylic acid ointment(e.g. Salicylvaseline Lichtenstein, R228 ) over several days. Permethrin is mostly recommended for antiscabial therapy because it is easy to handle and well tolerated (for practical handling see below) . It is recommended to repeat the procedure after 1 week and if necessary after another week.
Internal therapyThis section has been translated automatically.
The use of ivermectin (Stromectol) 200-400 μg/kg KG p.o. as a single dose, synchronized with external therapy, is recommended. Repeat the therapy after 14 days.
Progression/forecastThis section has been translated automatically.
High recurrence rate with insufficient treatment of subungual hyperkeratosis and nails.
Note(s)This section has been translated automatically.
Remember! Before administration of ivermectin, written information and consent of the patient is recommended!
LiteratureThis section has been translated automatically.
- Katsumata K et al (2003) Norwegian scabies in an elderly patient who died after treatment with gamma BHC. Internal Med 42: 367-369
- Perna AG et al (2004) Localised genital Norwegian scabies in an AIDS patient. Sex Transm Infect 80: 72-73
- Rütten A et al (1990) Scabies norwegica or Scabies crustosa. Act Dermatol 16: 140-142
- Scheinfeld N (2004) Controlling scabies in institutional settings:a review of medications, treatment models, and implementation. At J Clin Dermatol 5: 31-37
- Terri L et al (1995) The treatment of scabies with ivermectin. N Engl J Med 333: 26-30
- Wlotzke U et al (1992) Scabies norvegica sive crustosa in a patient with AIDS. Dermatologist 43: 717-720
- Wong SS et al (2005) Unusual laboratory findings in a case of Norwegian scabies provided a clue to diagnosis. J Clin Microbiol 43: 2542-2544
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Bark scabbers; Norwegian scabies; Salicylic acid ointment 1/2/3/5/10 or 20% (nrf 11.43.);Outgoing links (10)
Hyperkeratoses; Ivermectin; Nail; Permethrin; Pruritus; Salicylic acid; Salicylic acid ointment 1/2/3/5/10 or 20% (nrf 11.43.); Scale; Skabies; Stratum corneum;Disclaimer
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