Crusted scabies

Abstract

Crusted scabies is a highly contagious diseaseThe condition usually occurs in patients who are immunocompromised or who are physically unable to scratch the mites off the skinThis report describes a 57-yearold chronic alcohol drinker with central nervous system depression initially treated for a diagnosis of eczema, but was subsequently found to have crusted scabiesAccurate diagnosis and timely management is essential to prevent an outbreak.