Pediculosis
this is an infestation of lice whether it be body lice, pubic lice or head lice.
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PediculosispediculosisThe CDC (Center for Disease Control) states that Pediculosis Capitis-aka head lice- does not cause any known disease or medical condition. The body lice are the only infestations that can carry disease.
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Pediculosis is a term that refers to an infestation of lice on the body or scalp. It can cause itching, irritation, and discomfort. Treatment typically involves using special shampoos or medications to kill the lice and their eggs.
Pubic lice infestation has no long-term effects.
If pubic lice are treated effectively, the infestation will end. There are no long-term effects.
The medical term for the occupation and dwelling of parasites on the external skin surface is "ectoparasitism". Ectoparasites are organisms that live on the surface of a host's body, such as fleas, lice, and ticks.
While pubic lice can cause itching, they do not spread other infectious diseases and infestation has no long-term consequences.
A pediculocide kills lice. It is a class of insecticides.
Pediculosis capitis is a medical term for head lice infestation. It is a common condition in children and is caused by the presence of parasitic insects (lice) that feed on blood from the scalp. Symptoms include itching and visible lice or eggs (nits) in the hair. Treatment usually involves over-the-counter or prescription medicated shampoos to kill the lice and eggs.
Ectoparasites are external parasites. Lice or fleas are examples.
Pathogen is the medical term meaning microorganism that may cause disease. Pathogens include group A beta strep, influenza virus, aspergillus, and head lice.