An unusual adverse effect during crusted scabies treatment

Abstract

Key Clinical Message Crusted scabies is a severe form of scabies infestation caused by the ectoparasite Sarcoptes scabiei. Risk factors include immunosuppression, neuropathies, and psychiatric disorders. Its management poses important challenges due to its contagius nature. Here we present a case or Acute Generalized Exanthematous Pustulosis secondary to Ivermectin therapy in a patient with crusted scabies.

Keywords

• acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis
• crusted scabies
• ivermectin
• permethrin