The infestation of the hairy parts of the body with lice (Pediculus humanus) is called pediculosis. These lice crawl on the body and feed on human blood, which results in itching. They also lay eggs on the body surface, and they look like dandruff. You can get infected with the lice by direct contact with someone infected.
Pediculosis - Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment and Complications
Infestation with the human head and body louse, Pediculus humanus, causes pediculosis. They are ectoparasites with only human hosts. Read below to know more.
