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Body lice



Body louse
Body louse
Lice, body with stool (Pediculus humanus)
Lice, body with stool (Pediculus humanus)
Body louse, female and larvae
Body louse, female and larvae
Head louse and pubic louse
Head louse and pubic louse


Body lice

Alternative Names:

Lice - body
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.


Calling your health care provider:

Call your health care provider if you detect lice in your clothing or have persistent itchy bites.




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