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Pediculosis

Also called Lice infestation

DermatologyInfectious DiseaseImportant

Infestation of the skin or hair by parasitic lice, causing intense itching and transmitted through close personal contact or shared items.

Korean

이증(머릿니)

기생성 이(Pediculus 속)에 의한 피부나 모발 감염으로, 심한 가려움과 밀접한 접촉을 통한 전파가 특징이다.

French

Pédiculose

Infestation de la peau ou des cheveux par des poux parasites (espèces Pediculus) ; provoque des démangeaisons intenses et peut se transmettre par contact étroit.

Word parts

  • pedicul/oRoot(Latin) Lice
  • -osisSuffix(Greek) Abnormal condition or process

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