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Prevalence of Pediculus humanus capitis and associated risk factors among elementary school-aged girls in Paveh, West Iran

open access: yesJournal of Infection in Developing Countries, 2022
Introduction: Head lice infestation is considered as a common dermatological health problem worldwide. This study was aimed to determine the pediculosis prevalence and associated risk factors among school-aged girls enrolled in public elementary schools
Gona Bekri, Abdolreza Shaghaghi
doaj   +1 more source

A Poultry Disease Mimicking Pediculosis Corporis Diagnosed By Dermoscopy: A Quiz

open access: yesActa Dermato-Venereologica, 2021
Acta Derm Venereol 2021; 101: advxxxxx This is an open access article under the CC BY-NC license. www.medicaljournals.se/acta doi: 10.2340/00015555-3768 Society for Publication of Acta Dermato-Venereologica An 80-year-old woman presented with a 3-week ...
D. Puglisi   +4 more
semanticscholar   +1 more source

La pediculosis en la oficina de Farmacia [PDF]

open access: yes, 2018
La infestación por piojos (pediculosis) es un problema que preocupa a la sociedad actual. Esta ectoparasitosises cada vez más frecuente y más difícil de tratar que hace años debido al aumento de resistencia a los insecticidas usados ...
Alcaide Varo, María
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Results of a social support programme to provide treatment and improve health related quality of life in refugees and homeless people

open access: yesJEADV Clinical Practice, Volume 3, Issue 3, Page 872-875, July 2024.
Abstract Background Currently, European and especially Italian healthcare systems are being challenged with providing medical care to an increasing number of refugees but also to the homeless living on the streets, in reception facilities or cohabitation.
Adel Sammain, Marco Borghi, Aldo Morrone
wiley   +1 more source

The Unani Approach to Pediculosis: Understanding and Treating Lice Infestation [PDF]

open access: yesJournal of Research on History of Medicine
Pediculosis, a parasitic condition caused by distinct lice species, remains a significant public health concern due to its widespread occurrence, particularly among children and adolescents, and in conditions of overcrowding and poor hygiene.
Sabba Saltanat, Nadeem Shah
doaj   +1 more source

Lindane and Cetrimide lotion poisoning in an adult patient: A case report on an uncommon ingestion

open access: yesClinical Case Reports, Volume 12, Issue 5, May 2024.
Key Clinical Message Lindane induces severe side effects, including fatality, while Cetrimide causes esophageal damage. With no antidotes available, our patient ingested both, requiring prompt gastric lavage and comprehensive treatment.
Pragya Rai   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Prevalence and Predisposing Factors of Pediculosis Capitis on Elementary School Students at Jatinangor

open access: yesAlthea Medical Journal, 2016
Background: Pediculosis capitis is a lice infestation on scalp with high prevalence on the age of elementary school students. It is one of neglected diseases.
Arani Karimah   +2 more
doaj   +1 more source

Head lice‐induced anemia in a child and implications for oral health: Case report

open access: yesSpecial Care in Dentistry, Volume 44, Issue 3, Page 761-767, May/June 2024.
Abstract Pediculosis capitis, colloquially referred to as head lice, engenders adverse social and economic consequences among children. While generally not considered a health hazard, chronic and severe head lice infestations have been linked to secondary iron‐deficiency anemia.
Maleeha Gilani, Robert Anthonappa
wiley   +1 more source

Trichoscopy criteria for diagnosing female androgenic alopecia. [PDF]

open access: yes, 2008
Differential diagnosis of chronic hair loss remains a challenge in dermatology. The aim of the study was to evaluate the value of a new scalp visualization technique, trichoscopy, in differential diagnosis of hair loss.
Adriana Rakowska   +4 more
core   +1 more source

Pediculicide regulations and usage trends in Türkiye in 2015–2022

open access: yesInternational Journal of Dermatology, Volume 63, Issue 3, Page 359-367, March 2024.
Abstract Background Over the years, the increasing prevalence of head lice infestation has led to an increase in treatment‐related costs and the development of resistance to pediculicides. This study aimed to evaluate pediculicide sales over an 8‐year period (2015–2022), including the COVID‐19 pandemic.
Sabiha Sensoz   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

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