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it is where scabies, which are mites underneath the skin reproduce. you can treat this by simply applying cream.

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Body lice can spread systemic typhus or other infections.

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Lice infestations (pediculoses) are infections of the skin, hair, or genital region caused by lice living directly on the body or in hats or other garments.

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Are pubic lice an infection?

Public lice are an infestation (of insects), not an infection.


What is the term meaning an infestation of body lice is?

Pediculosis this is an infestation of lice whether it be body lice, pubic lice or head lice.


Where do body lice lay their eggs?

Body lice lay their eggs in the body hair


What is infestation of body lice?

Pediculosis corporsis- is an infestation with body lice.


Where are body lice usually found?

Body lice should be looked for in the seams of the patient's clothing. Body lice is also found in birds.


Can hair lice become body lice?

Not at all. Head lice are head lice and body lice are body lice. They are two separate parasites with identical images. Body lice tend to be found more on those who don't change clothing or don't shower. Head lice can be contracted from another person who has it. Head lice are more attracted to clean har so if you get them you are not dirty at all.


What can untreated body lice lead to?

If the infestation is not treated, the patient may develop complications that include headache, fever, and bacterial infection with scarring.


How does lice get into your body?

Lice don't live in your body, they live on your body. Lice transmission is from shared items with someone who is infected (hairbrush, comb, scrunchies etc)


Do body lice lay their eggs on mainly body hairs?

Yes body lice lay their eggs in the body hair


Does lice cause dryness?

Lice are itchy, but scratching can lead to infection. In severe cases, hair may fall out.


How can body lice be spread?

Body lice can be spread by close personal contact or shared bedding.


What organism causes infestations of body lice?

Infestations of body lice are caused by Pediculosis humanus corporis, an organism that is similar in size to head lice.