“Eczema” of the nape: A marker of pthiriasis capitis

Publication Type:Journal Article
Year of Publication:2020
Authors:S. Veraldi, Scanni, G., Nazzaro, G.
Journal:Parasitology International
Volume:75
Issue:102026
Pagination:3 pp
Date Published:04-2020
ISSN:13835769
Keywords:Atopic dermatitis, Eczema, Nape, Pthiriasis capitis, scalp
Abstract:

Pthirus pubis usually infests the pubis, inguinal folds, buttocks and perianal region. In hairy males or when the infestation is longstanding, this louse can also occur on the thighs, abdomen, chest, axillae and beard. Eyelashes may be involved in children. The involvement of the scalp is very rare. We describe four girls with P. pubis infestation located exclusively on the scalp which was characterized by a rash on the nape that can suggest a head and neck form of atopic dermatitis

URL:https://linkinghub.elsevier.com/retrieve/pii/S1383576919303770
DOI:10.1016/j.parint.2019.102026
Short Title:Parasitology International
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