Scabies

A 28-year-old male labourer from rural Maharashtra presents with a 3-week history of severe pruritus and multiple burrows on his hands, wrists, and feet. On examination, burrows are most prominently seen in one anatomical region. Which is the most common site of scabies burrows?

A 28-year-old man presents with a 4-week history of severe pruritus and multiple erythematous papules on his hands, wrists, axillae, and groin. Dermoscopy reveals linear burrows with a characteristic mite at the anterior end. He reports that his roommate, who shares the same bed, developed similar symptoms 2 weeks earlier. The patient has been applying topical corticosteroids for the past 2 weeks without relief. What is the most likely complication that may develop if treatment is delayed further?

A 32-year-old woman presents with severe pruritus, worse at night, affecting her wrists, interdigital spaces, and axillae for 3 weeks. Examination reveals linear burrows and erythematous papules. Her 6-year-old daughter and husband have identical lesions. KOH mount of burrow scrapings shows mites, eggs, and fecal pellets. What is the most appropriate next step in management?

A 6-year-old child from rural India presents with intensely pruritic papules on the trunk and flexural surfaces. The mother reports that the entire family is affected. Which finding best distinguishes Norwegian scabies from classical scabies?

A 6-month-old infant with scabies presents with burrows on the palms, soles, and face. The mother is also affected. Which agent is the preferred choice for treating this infant?