Head Lice and Body Lice
Alternate Names : Pediculosis
What can be done to prevent the disease?
To prevent body lice, a person should bathe and wash clothing regularly. Head
lice can be easily spread when people share sleeping mats, combs, brushes,
hats, helmets, and other headgear.
What are the long-term effects of the disease?
If lice are not treated promptly and effectively, the individual may have
chronic itching and inflamed skin. Severe long-term untreated cases of body
lice can lead to loss of energy and infections.
What are the risks to others?
Both types of lice are highly contagious.
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