{Reference Type}: Case Reports
{Title}: Norwegian scabies presenting as erythroderma: A case report.
{Author}: Chen HJ;Lu CY;Huang GM;Tang LL;
{Journal}: World J Clin Cases
{Volume}: 12
{Issue}: 21
{Year}: 2024 Jul 26
{Factor}: 1.534
{DOI}: 10.12998/wjcc.v12.i21.4802
{Abstract}: <B>BACKGROUND: </B>Norwegian scabies (NS) is a serious parasitic skin condition. Although NS is one of the causes of erythroderma, it is frequently overlooked. Therefore, it is essential to raise awareness regarding NS presenting as erythroderma.<BR><B>METHODS: </B>We present a case of NS that persisted for more than 3 years. After following nonstandard treatment, the patient's rash worsened and gradually progressed into erythroderma. Finally, NS was diagnosed by skin microscopy and pathology.<BR><B>CONCLUSIONS: </B>When patients with pruritic dermatosis have high-risk factors such as prolonged bed rest and immunodeficiency, clinicians need to enhance their awareness of NS and ensure prompt diagnosis and treatment.