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Presentation A common skin disease resulting from infestation of the skin by the organism Sarcoptes scabiei var. hominis. It has a worldwide distribution, affects both sexes and is most commonly seen in infants, children and young adults (Figure 8.1).
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Fry, L., Wojnarowska, F.T., Shahrad, P. (1985). Dermatoses due to Insects. In: Illustrated Encyclopedia of Dermatology. Springer, Dordrecht. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-94-010-9390-3_8
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