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Current Geriatrics Reports

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13.09.2018 | Dermatology and Wound Care (C Sayed and D Culton, Section Editors)

Infestations in the Geriatric Patient

verfasst von: Ashley Dietrich, Kritika Joshi, Christopher Sayed

Erschienen in: Current Geriatrics Reports | Ausgabe 4/2018

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Abstract

Purpose of Review

This article seeks to review the common infestations plaguing the geriatric population including scabies, lice, and bed bugs as incidence is on the rise in this growing population. These infestations can be debilitating, embarrassing, and burdensome to patients. We discuss classic clinical presentations, diagnostic features, first-line treatment, and management of each.

Recent Findings

A special focus is included on scabies infestations as its incidence is rapidly increasing, and unique considerations are given to the geriatric population regarding management and treatment. Furthermore, increased reports of post-scabetic pruritus pose a treatment conundrum to providers.

Summary

We hope our review of common geriatric infestations including scabies, lice, and bed bugs better equips primary physicians to diagnose, treat, and manage complications following treatment.

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Titel: Infestations in the Geriatric Patient
verfasst von: Ashley Dietrich
Kritika Joshi
Christopher Sayed
Publikationsdatum: 13.09.2018
Verlag: Springer US
Erschienen in: Current Geriatrics Reports / Ausgabe 4/2018
Elektronische ISSN: 2196-7865
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s13670-018-0255-z

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