Lice Flashcards
1
Q
Term for lice?
A
Pediculosis
2
Q
Presentation of lice?
A
INTENSE ITCH
3
Q
What is pediculus capitis?
A
Head louse
4
Q
What is body louse? Two terms?
A
Pediculus corporis
Vagabond’s disease
5
Q
Term for pubic louse?
A
Phthirus pubis
6
Q
Treatment for louse?
A
Malathion or physical removal with comb