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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:

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.

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

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