Disease or Syndrome
lice infestation
lice in·fes·ta·tion
Subclass of:
Ectoparasitic Infestations;
Skin Diseases, Parasitic
Also called:
Pediculosis
Definitions related to lice infestations:
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(pediculosis) A contagious infestation of parasitic insects found on the head (Pediculus humanus capitis), body (Pediculus humanus corporis), or pubic area (Pthirus pubis) that typically cause itching and rash.NCI ThesaurusU.S. National Cancer Institute, 2021
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Parasitic attack or subsistence on the skin by members of the order Phthiraptera, especially on humans by Pediculus humanus of the family Pediculidae. The hair of the head, eyelashes, and pubis is a frequent site of infestation. (From Dorland, 28th ed; Stedman, 26th ed)NLM Medical Subject HeadingsU.S. National Library of Medicine, 2021
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Lice infestation is a parasitic skin infestation caused by tiny wingless insects. Lice spread most frequently through close person-to-person contact.Merck & Co., Inc., 2020
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The head louse ( Pediculus humanus capitis ) is an obligate ectoparasite that lives on human beings and feeds on human blood. Head lice infestation (pediculosis capitis) mainly affects those who are socially active, particularly young children.Athenahealth, Inc., 2019
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