Journal article
Scabies
Abstract
Scabies is a contagious skin infestation caused by a mite. It causes significant global morbidity, with an estimated 300 million cases annually. Although it can affect individuals at any socioeconomic level, individuals who live in poverty or in overcrowded conditions are at much higher risk for scabies. Lack of local expertise can result in failure to recognize scabies, leading to delayed diagnosis and inadequate treatment of cases and …
Authors
Banerji A; Nations IAMHCCPSF
Journal
Paediatrics & Child Health, Vol. 20, No. 7, pp. 395–398
Publisher
Oxford University Press (OUP)
Publication Date
October 1, 2015
DOI
10.1093/pch/20.7.395
ISSN
1205-7088