Infestations in the Geriatric Patient

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 FindingsA 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.SummaryWe 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.

Source: Current Geriatrics Reports - September 13, 2018 Category: Geriatrics Source Type: research