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Which skin condition is characterized by intense itching, particularly at night, and the presence of linear burrows on the web spaces of the fingers and wrists?

  • Scabies (correct)
  • Atopic dermatitis
  • Psoriasis
  • Contact dermatitis
  • What is the primary cause of scabies?

  • Mite infestation (correct)
  • Bacteria
  • Psoriasis
  • Fungus
  • Which part of the body is most commonly affected by scabies?

  • Back
  • Interdigital spaces (correct)
  • Chest
  • Face
  • What is the characteristic appearance of scabies on the skin?

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    Which of the following conditions does not typically present with linear burrows?

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    Study Notes

    Scabies

    • Scabies is a skin condition characterized by intense itching, particularly at night.
    • The presence of linear burrows on the web spaces of the fingers and wrists is a key feature of scabies.

    Causes of Scabies

    • The primary cause of scabies is the mite Sarcoptes scabiei.

    Affected Body Parts

    • The most commonly affected parts of the body by scabies are the web spaces of the fingers and wrists.

    Characteristics of Scabies

    • The characteristic appearance of scabies on the skin is the presence of linear burrows.

    Differential Diagnosis

    • Conditions that do not typically present with linear burrows are not scabies.

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    Test your knowledge on diagnosing common skin conditions with this quiz. Can you identify the correct diagnosis for a patient experiencing intense itching and linear burrows on their fingers and wrists? Take the quiz to find out!

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