Scabies in babies

Pediatr Dermatol. 2017 Nov;34(6):690-694. doi: 10.1111/pde.13255. Epub 2017 Aug 22.

Abstract

The clinical manifestations of scabies infestation vary according to age, making the diagnosis challenging, particularly for primary care providers and dermatologists who do not routinely care for young children. We present seven cases of newborns and infants who developed inflammatory burrows and nodules early in the course, which is not typical of the eruption seen in older children and adults. We review the cutaneous features, differential diagnosis, and treatment recommendations for scabies in different age groups.

Keywords: infestations; neonatal.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Administration, Cutaneous
  • Diagnosis, Differential
  • Humans
  • Infant
  • Infant, Newborn
  • Insecticides / administration & dosage*
  • Permethrin / administration & dosage*
  • Scabies / diagnosis*
  • Scabies / drug therapy
  • Skin / parasitology

Substances

  • Insecticides
  • Permethrin