1. Present three cases where severe head lice infestation was associated with significant iron deficiency anaemia. 2. Critically evaluate the available evidence to identify whether head lice ...

Lice, particularly among kids, can often be quite common. These critters are extremely infectious and can easily pass from one individual to another. Though there are a plethora of lice remedies ...

Children worldwide are commonly infected with head lice, or pediculosis capitis. The epidemiology, etiology, clinical manifestations, diagnosis, and preventive and treatment modalities for ...

A MOTHER WHO neglected her daughter who was hospitalised twice due to severe head lice that left her with matted hair which took weeks to untangle has been given a suspended sentence. The 57-year- ...

The current policy requires students with live lice to be picked up immediately and to return only after providing proof of treatment.

Moreover, pubic lice have large claws. Head and pubic lice are considered medically safe because they do not carry diseases. However, they produce severe discomfort and itching. Scratching may ...

Head lice affect more than 100 million people worldwide annually. Permethrin (1% formulation) is efficacious but resistance is emerging. Malathion (0.5% formulation) is an alternative, but ...

The toddler showed no obvious signs of injury or natural disease but she was filthy, with a severe head lice infestation that had spread to her face and chest. She was extremely thin, with her ...