More than skin deep: Severe iron deficiency anemia and eosinophilia associated with pediculosis capitis and corporis infestation
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jdcr.2019.03.001
Abstract: Pediculosis is caused by subspecies of the Anoplura insect: Pediculus humanus capitis (head lice), Pediculus humanus corporis (body lice), and Phthirus pubis (pubic lice). These obligate ectoparasites exclusively feed on human blood. Hematologic derangements are not… read more here.
Keywords: anemia eosinophilia; pediculosis; deficiency anemia; iron deficiency ... See more keywords
Host immunomodulation by ascorbic acid ameliorates oxidative stress in caprine pediculosis—A pilot study
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DOI: 10.1016/j.smallrumres.2019.05.017
Abstract: Abstract Pediculosis is the most common and economically significant dermatological condition in goats caused mainly by the chewing lice, (Damalinia (Bovicola) caprae. Clinically, it is associated with varying levels of hypersensitivity skin reactions and its… read more here.
Keywords: therapy; ascorbic acid; pathology; pediculosis ... See more keywords
Prevalence of Pediculosis Among Primary School-Aged Students in Iran: an Updated Comprehensive Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
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DOI: 10.1093/jme/tjac117
Abstract: Abstract In this study, a systematic investigation was performed to estimate the prevalence of head lice infestation, and to determine the factors affecting the prevalence of heterogeneity among primary school-aged children in Iran. A comprehensive… read more here.
Keywords: pediculosis; prevalence pediculosis; prevalence; among primary ... See more keywords
Pediculosis Affects Mexican Children from Different Socioeconomic Status Equally: A Cross-Sectional Study.
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DOI: 10.1093/tropej/fmaa041
Abstract: The prevalence of pediculosis in Mexican children was studied in San Nicolas and Tapachula, Mexico. A cross-sectional study included 888 students between six and 12 years old from two urban communities with an unequal socioeconomic status… read more here.
Keywords: cross sectional; mexican children; sectional study; pediculosis ... See more keywords
Pediculosis knowledge among schoolchildren parents and its relation with head lice prevalence.
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DOI: 10.1590/0001-3765202220210337
Abstract: Pediculosis mainly affects school-age children worldwide. The aim of this study was to identify and analyze the knowledge of the parents and guardians of children in elementary schools in Niterói, Brazil, regarding pediculosis. Questionnaires were… read more here.
Keywords: pediculosis; among schoolchildren; prevalence; head ... See more keywords
Cognitive Factors Associated to Pediculosis Preventive Behaviors Among Mothers of School-Age Children in Chaldoran County, Iran
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DOI: 10.2147/jmdh.s237101
Abstract: Background Despite the improvement of living standards and public health as well as conducting the specific programs based on pediculosis control guidelines, Head Lice Infestation (HLI) is still a worldwide health concern. The purpose of… read more here.
Keywords: school age; age children; school; pediculosis ... See more keywords
Estonian Parents’ Awareness of Pediculosis and Its Occurrence in Their Children
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DOI: 10.3390/medicina58121773
Abstract: Background and Objectives: Pediculosis, or head lice infestation, is a widespread health problem that can affect anyone, regardless of gender, age, or social background. The purpose of this study was to clarify the occurrence of… read more here.
Keywords: pediculosis; coefficient 001; awareness pediculosis; estonian parents ... See more keywords
Prevalence of Pediculus humanus capitis and associated risk factors among elementary school-aged girls in Paveh, West Iran.
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DOI: 10.3855/jidc.11930
Abstract: INTRODUCTION Head lice infestation is considered as a common dermatological health problem worldwide. This study was aimed to determine the pediculosis prevalence and associated risk factors among school-aged girls enrolled in public elementary schools of… read more here.
Keywords: pediculosis; risk factors; school; aged girls ... See more keywords
Effectiveness of Topical 0.5% Ivermectin Shampoo in the Treatment of Pediculosis Capitis among School-going Female Children
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DOI: 10.4103/ijt.ijt_157_20
Abstract: Background: Pediculosis is a common ectoparasitic infestation in children. There are different treatment modalities that have been used in the treatment of pediculosis capitis from time immemorial, each with their own shortcomings. Increasing emergence of… read more here.
Keywords: pediculosis; topical ivermectin; treatment pediculosis; ivermectin ... See more keywords
Effect of Education and Regular Examination on the Prevalence of Head Louse Infestations in Adana.
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DOI: 10.4274/tpd.galenos.2022.24006
Abstract: OBJECTIVE The current study provides training to parents and teachers about pediculosis in schools in three villages in Adana to measure their knowledge level by conducting surveys and to determine the prevalence of pediculosis in… read more here.
Keywords: pediculosis; head louse; effect education; prevalence ... See more keywords