Patiënten lijdend aan de huidziekte 'scabies' before 1881

This anonymous photograph, titled "Patiënten lijdend aan de huidziekte 'scabies'", showcases two images of a patient's hands affected by scabies, a contagious skin condition caused by a parasitic mite. The image provides a stark visual representation of the disease's effects, highlighting the importance of early diagnosis and treatment. This photograph, taken sometime before 1881, likely served as a visual aid for medical professionals and was used in the education of medical students.