Background : Crusted scabies is an uncommon variant of human scabies characterized by extensive crusted and scaly hyperkeratotic papules, and plaques resulting from profound proliferation of mites in the skin.It is highly contagious and typically occurs in immunocompromised individuals.Reports of cases in healthy adults is rare.It is often resistant to routine treatment.
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