Question

A 4-year-old boy presents with a widespread, intensely itchy rash. On examination, there are erythematous papules, vesicles, and extensive excoriations, particularly in the finger webs, wrists, axillae, and groin. Several linear burrows are noted. What is the most likely diagnosis?

Accepted Answer

Scabies

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Atopic eczema

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Chickenpox (Varicella)

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Insect bites

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Impetigo

Practice question

A 4-year-old boy presents with a widespread, intensely itchy rash. On examination, there are erythematous papules, vesicles, and extensive excoriations, particularly in the finger webs, wrists, axillae, and groin. Several linear burrows are noted. What is the most likely diagnosis?