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Lice - body
Body lice are tiny parasitic insects (Pediculus humanus corporis)
that can be spread by close contact with other people.
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
There are 3 types of lice: head lice, body
lice, and pubic lice. Body lice may be 2 to 3 mm long, whereas
head and public lice are much smaller.
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They feed on human blood, and they lay
their eggs and deposit their fecal matter on the skin (they
may also lay their eggs in clothing). Infestation by body
lice causes intense itching. When body lice are not feeding
on blood, they live in the seams and folds of clothing. Body
lice are transmitted by contact with infected clothing and
bedding as well as by direct contact with an infected person.
Risk factors include close (overcrowded)
living conditions, and poor hygiene.
Symptoms
Intense itching
Red bumps on the skin
Lice on clothing (look in the seams)
Signs and tests
Examination of the skin and clothing is
usually sufficient to determine the presence of lice. The
lice infestation may be confined to the body. However, people
with body lice should be checked for lice on the scalp (head
lice) and lice on the groin area (pubic lice).
Treatment
Because body lice live primarily in clothing,
destruction or careful washing of infected garments is most
important. In addition, your doctor may recommend a prescription
cream or wash.
Expectations (prognosis)
With effective treatment, the lice can
be completely eliminated.
Complications
Secondary skin infection from scratching
Spread of lice to others
Rarely, body lice may be carriers of uncommon disease such
as relapsing fever or trench fever.
Prevention
Good personal hygiene and effective treatment
of infected persons will prevent lice from spreading to others.
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