Arthropod Bites and Parasitic Infestations
- Previous year questions on Arthropod Bites and Parasitic Infestations for NEET PG (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test - Postgraduate), from the Dermatology section of the exam.
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- 47 live questions in Arthropod Bites and Parasitic Infestations.
- 1 of 47 questions carries a verified exam year: 2019.
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- Question set last updated 21 Aug 2026.
Q1.Which of the following drug is most efficacious against Pediculosis humanus as well as Sarcoptes Scabiei?
- APermethrin✓ Correct answer
- BHexachlorocyclohexane
- CMonobenzone
- DCrotomiton
Q2.Mark the false statement about Tungiasis :
- AEndoparasite skin infection✓ Correct answer
- BTunga penetrans is also known as chigoe flea
- CTunga penetrans is the smallest known flea, measuring 1 mm
- DDesquamation of the skin is always seen
Q3.All the following are used in scabies except
- ABHC
- BPermethrin
- CCrotamiton
- DCiclopirox olamine✓ Correct answer
Q4.The burrows in scabies are present in
- AStratum basale
- BStratum granulosum
- CStratum corneum✓ Correct answer
- DDermis
Q5.A patient presented with itchy lesions over the wrist,(itching is worse at night).Which of the following drug can be used orally as a treatment in this case?
- ACrotamiton
- BIvermectin✓ Correct answer
- CLindane
- DPermethrin
Q6.In a child with itchy lesions over the groin and prepuce. Which of the following should not be advised
- ABath and apply scabicidal
- BTreat family
- CBoil the clothes
- DIV antibiotics✓ Correct answer
Q7.A child presented with complaint of severe itching over the web of fingers, more at night. Examination revealed burrows. Most probable diagnosis is:
- ATinea cruris
- BScabies✓ Correct answer
- CInfantile eczema
- DPapular urticaria
Q8.True about scabies is -
- AAffects palm and soles in adult
- BOral antibiotics are needed in every patient
- CAll family members should be treated together✓ Correct answer
- DItching is more in the morning
Q9.Drugs/treatment used in scabies are
- ACrotamiton
- BPermethrin
- CLindane
- DAll✓ Correct answer
Q10.Scalp and face are involved in ?
- AAdult scabies
- BNodular scabies
- CInfantile scabies✓ Correct answer
Answer key
Q1: A. Permethrin; Q2: A. Endoparasite skin infection; Q3: D. Ciclopirox olamine; Q4: C. Stratum corneum; Q5: B. Ivermectin; Q6: D. IV antibiotics; Q7: B. Scabies; Q8: C. All family members should be treated together; Q9: D. All; Q10: C. Infantile scabies.
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