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Pediculosis Capitis with Id Reaction and Plica Polonica

American Journal of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene, 2021
A 9-year-old girl from a low socioeconomic condition presented with severe itchy scalp for 6 months and oozy lesions over ears bilaterally for 3 weeks. Scalp examination showed innumerable nits, lice with scales, and serous crusts.
Anusuya Sadhasivamohan, K. Karthikeyan, Vijayasankar Palaniappan   +2 more
semanticscholar   +1 more source

Development of health education module for the school-based health education intervention to improve the knowledge, attitude and practices on Pediculosis capitis [PDF]

, 2018
Background: Pediculosis capitis is a common infestation among the school-aged group. Necessary intervention must be taken to prevent and manage the problem.
Lekhraj Rampal, Sanjiv Rampal, Lye, Munn Sann, Mohd Tohit, Nor Faiza, Muhamad Saliluddin, Suhainizam   +3 more
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PENINGKATAN KESADARAN PERSONAL HYGIENE SEBAGAI UPAYA PENCEGAHAN PEDICULOSIS CAPITIS PADA SANTRIWATI DI PESANTREN AINUL YAQIN [PDF]

, 2023
Pediculosis capitis pada anak sekolah dapat menyebabkan anemia. Anak-anak dengan pediculosis aktif akan kehilangan 0,008 mL darah per hari atau 20,8 ml/ bulan.
Fitri, Adelina, Syukri, Muhammad, Wardiah, Rizalia, Wisudariani, Evy   +3 more
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Prevalence and Associated Factors of Head Lice (Pediculosis capitis) Among Primary School Students in Varzaqan Villages, Northwest of Iran

Zahedan Journal of Researches in Medical Sciences, 2021
Background: Pediculosis capitis or head lice infestation is one of the most critical public health problems, primarily involving primary school children.
Maryam Sepehri, Z. Jafari
semanticscholar   +1 more source

A Practical Guide to Scalp Disorders [PDF]

, 2007
The scalp is unique among skin areas in humans, with high follicular density and a high rate of sebum production. The relatively dark and warm environment on the scalp surface provides a welcoming environment for the superficial mycotic infections ...
Grimalt, Ramon
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A Case of Pediculosis Capitis Complicated by Secondary Infection and Anemia

Journal of Mycology and Infection
Pediculosis capitis, commonly known as head lice infestation, is caused by head lice, a type of ectoparasite that affects the human scalp. Excessive scratching of the scalp due to itching can lead to skin damage and bacterial infection.
Karine Annisa Prakasita, Dwi Murtiastutik, Alfina Multaza Rahmi, Diah Ngesti Kumalasari   +3 more
semanticscholar   +1 more source

FAKTOR FAKTOR YANG BERHUBUNGAN DENGAN KEJADIANPEDICULOSIS CAPITIS PADA SANTRI PESANTREN RHODLOTUL QURAN SEMARANG [PDF]

, 2014
Latar belakang: Pediculosis capitis merupakan penyakit kulit yang disebabkan oleh parasit pediculus humanus var.capitis. Angka kejadian pediculosis capitis masih tinggi di negara berkembang.Penularan pediculosis capitis dapat terjadi bila terdapat kontak
MALIK, DIAH ADRIANI, Rahman, Zakaria Aulia   +1 more
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Granulomatous mural folliculitis and cytotoxic interface dermatitis in a pygmy goat associated with ovine herpesvirus‐2 and systemic lesions of malignant catarrhal fever

Veterinary Record Case Reports, EarlyView.
Abstract A 1‐year‐old pygmy goat presented with progressive alopecia, skin ulceration and lichenification over the neck, face and body. Empirical treatment for parasitic and fungal causes of skin disease did not produce clinical improvement, prompting a full diagnostic investigation.
Peter Richards‐Rios, Dominic Sharkey
wiley   +1 more source

Prevalence and variables associated with pediculosis capitis in kindergarten children from Popayán, Colombia

Revista de la Facultad de Medicina, 2017
Introduction: Pediculosis capitis is a skin disease that affects the hair and scalp, and is caused by the Pediculus humanus capitis ectoparasite. High levels of infestation are reported worldwide, affecting especially children.
David López-Valencia, Ángela Medina-Ortega, Luis Reinel Vásquez-Arteaga   +2 more
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Impact of a health educational interventional program on reducing the head lice infestation among pupils in an elementary school of a sub-tropical region: a quasi-experimental study

BMC Pediatrics, 2022
Background Pediculosis is an important social challenge that can be caused by human head louse, Pediculus humanus capitis. This infestation is cosmopolitan, especially in countries with low hygiene and sanitation.
Mohsen Najjari, Mohammad Amin Gorouhi, Hossein Zarrinfar, Bibi Razieh Hosseini Farash, Jamshid Jamali, Elham Moghaddas, Mohammad Ebrahimipuor   +6 more
doaj   +1 more source