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Pediculosis capitis: An update

Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology, and Leprology, 2012
Head louse infestation, or pediculosis capitis, caused by Pediculus humanus var. capitis, is a common health concern in pediatric age group. An itching of the scalp is the chief symptom, whereas presence of viable nits confirms the diagnosis of head louse infestation.
Bhushan, Madke, Uday, Khopkar
openaire   +2 more sources

Pthirus pubis infestation of the scalp in a 4‐month‐old infant: A case report

, 2023
Skin Research and Technology, Volume 29, Issue 3, March 2023.
Renheng Zhu, Shuqiong Huang, Dingbin Yang, Xuejun Yang, Lu Peng, Lijun Zhou, Xinyu Qi, Lin Ren, Menglu Guo   +8 more
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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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Prevalence and Predisposing Factors of Pediculosis Capitis on Elementary School Students at Jatinangor

Althea 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, Risa Miliawati Nurul Hidayah, Anisah Dahlan   +2 more
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Persentase Pediculosis capitis pada Anak Usia 9-12 Tahun di RW XI Kampung Gampingan Kota Yogyakarta

Journal of Health (JOH), 2015
Background : Pediculosis capitis disease can be found all over the world without the restrictions of age, gender, race, economic status, and social status.
Nurlaili Farida Muhajir, Desto Arisandi, Yuliana Prasetyaningsih   +2 more
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Prevalence and Treatment of Pediculus Humanus Capitis with 1% Permethrin and 0.4% d-Phenothrin in Turkey

Acta Medica, 2003
Pediculosis humanus capitis (head lice) is an important public health problem among school children. In our study, 20,612 schoolchildren (10,367 boys, 10,245 girls) were examined for Pediculus humanus capitis in 36 elementary schools between December ...
Mehmet Tanyuksel, R. Engin Araz, Ali Albay, Hasan Aycicek   +3 more
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Prevalence and Determinants Factors that Influence the Behaviour of People with Pediculosis Capitis in Orphanage

E3S Web of Conferences, 2018
Pediculosis capitis infestation is caused by Pediculus humanus capitis louse. The prevalence of the disease is still quite high in Indonesia. This disease can cause a variety of problems, from reduced self-esteem, negative social stigma, lack of quality ...
Ghiffari Ahmad, Fitria Anggun Nurul, Anwar Chairil, Azhar Mutiara Budi   +3 more
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Analysis of Personal Hygiene and Characteristics of Living Environment in Elementary Student with Pediculosis Capitis

Berkala Ilmu Kesehatan Kulit dan Kelamin (Periodical of Dermatology and Venerology)
Background: Pediculosis capitis is one of the parasitic infections that can cause pruritus and allergic reactions. The prevalence of Pediculosis capitis is relatively high and can occur both in developed and developing countries regardless of ...
Alya Petri, Nelli Murlina, Nurfadly, Hervina   +3 more
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Treatment and Education on Prevention of Capitis Pediculosis in Female student Pesantren Al-Muslimun at Village Muda Setia, Bandar Seikijang, Pelalawan Regency, Riau

Engagement: Jurnal Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat, 2022
Pediculosis capitis is a disease caused by head lice infestation (Pediculus humanus capitis). This disease is often overlooked because it does not cause fatal symptoms but can interfere concentration and activities of the affected individual. Infestation
Esy Maryanti, Lilly Haslinda, Firdaus, Mislindawati, Azzuhara   +4 more
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Epidemiological Prevalence of Pediculosis and its Influencing Factors in Iranian Schools: Systematic Review and Meta-analysis [PDF]

Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research, 2020
Introduction: Pediculosis is an endemic parasitic infestation in many countries of the world. Iran is one of the countries with a high rate of pediculosis.
Malihe Sohrabivafa, Elham Goodarzi, Victoria Momenabadi, Maryam Seraji, Hasan Naemi, Elham Nejadsadeghi, Zaher Khazaei   +6 more
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