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Pediculosis Pubis
Pediculus Pubis

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Presentation

Stains and calculus were present. All other findings were normal and noncontributory. [atmph.org]

All material presented here is unclassified. C. 2009, 2014, All Rights Reserved [brooksidepress.org]

A 22-year-old man presented with a 1-month history of severe pubic itch that was worst at night. He had had a new sexual partner 1 week before the onset of symptoms. [nejm.org]

In the present study, a 63‑year‑old woman presented with a case of phthiriasis palpebrarum, which was initially misdiagnosed as anterior blepharitis. [spandidos-publications.com]

Entire Body System

  • Unsafe Sexual Practices

    The patient was advised to abstain from unsafe sexual practice with multiple partners and was educated about the parasite and its treatment. [atmph.org]

Eyes

  • Blepharitis

    In the present study, a 63‑year‑old woman presented with a case of phthiriasis palpebrarum, which was initially misdiagnosed as anterior blepharitis. [spandidos-publications.com]

    Examining the eyelashes is particularly important in young children diagnosed with pediculosis pubis, since lice can lead to an eye infection called blepharitis. Impetigo is another infection concern. [wisegeek.com]

    Infestation of the eyelashes may present as blepharitis. Associated conjunctivitis may result from hypersensitivity to the parasite. [karger.com]

    They may develop complications like conjunctivitis, blepharitis etc. Common myths about crabs Common myths should be busted and patient should be counselled regarding causes of this condition and its chances of transmission. [news-medical.net]

    Blepharitis, conjunctivitis, or corneal epithelial keratitis when the eyelashes are affected. [patient.info]

Skin

  • Pruritus

    […] pubic or crab louse, Pthirus pubis, especially in pubic hair, causing pruritus and maculae ceruleae. pediculosis pubis Pediculosis caused by Phthirus pubis, also known as crab lice. [medical-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com]

    Rated 0 Patient case no. 1651 Date added 21 April 2003 Patient details Age --Undetermined-- Localisation --Undetermined-- Primary Lesions Undetermined Pathophysiology infectious diseases / parasitic infections / pediculosis / pediculosis pubis Symptoms Pruritus [dermquest.com]

    There were no systemic illnesses, genital lesions, or pruritus outside the groin area. Numerous nits were visible to the naked eye, near the base of the hair shaft (Panel A, with close-up in Panel B). He received a diagnosis of pubic pediculosis. [nejm.org]

    The presence of the insect gives rise to more or less pruritus of the affected regions, and commonly leads to inspection of the parts and detection of the cause. [chestofbooks.com]

  • Excoriation

    […] pediculosis pubis Dark skin N Pregnancy N Immuno-suppression N molluscum contagiosum Member Rated 0 Patient case no. 1651 Date added 21 April 2003 Patient details Age --Undetermined-- Localisation Lower limbs / Folds / inguino-crural Primary Lesions Excoriation [dermquest.com]

    Skin excoriation Secondary bacterial infections Hyperpigmentation or residual scarring Exposure to causative organism Headache Fever Malaise Pruritus Cutaneous changes Assessment-Physical Findings Visible lice Skin excoriation on the scalp and neck Matted [quizlet.com]

    Symptoms Itching, excoriation, and secondary infection of bite lesions are common signs. Grayish white nits may also be observed at the base of hair shafts, as can the lice themselves. [medi-info.com]

    Pruritus was reported by 104 patients (85.9%), while excoriations were observed in 30 (24.8%) and maculae ceruleae in one. The median waits from detection of organisms to presentation at the clinic were two days for men and one day for women. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

    Pediculosis is characterized by intense pruritus, which results in excoriations from scratching, hive-like lesions and dermatitis and often in secondary bacterial infections. [apps.who.int]

  • Skin Rash

    Abstract The ectoparasites scabies and pediculosis pubis are common causes of skin rash and pruritus worldwide. They are transmitted primarily by person-to-person spread and are generally associated with low morbidity. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Urogenital

  • Genital Lesions

    There were no systemic illnesses, genital lesions, or pruritus outside the groin area. Numerous nits were visible to the naked eye, near the base of the hair shaft (Panel A, with close-up in Panel B). He received a diagnosis of pubic pediculosis. [nejm.org]

Treatment

Treatment .Regimens for the treatment of scabies are presented in table 1. [doi.org]

Combination treatment with topical agents and oral ivermectin may be necessary for crusted scabies. Treatment of pediculosis pubis is best accomplished with topical permethrin, lindane, or pyrethrins with piperonyl butoxide. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Lindane is a second line treatment due to concerns of toxicity. [en.wikipedia.org]

Medical claims data does not contain information on OTC treatments, which likely make up a substantial fraction of the treatments for scabies and pediculosis pubis infections. [journals.lww.com]

Prognosis

Prognosis The patient may, if he chooses, be freed from his ailment in half an hour, or if he prefers less efficient treatment, may fuss with it for months. [chestofbooks.com]

With proper treatment, Pediculosis is an entirely manageable condition Please find comprehensive information on Pediculosis regarding definition, distribution, risk factors, causes, signs & symptoms, diagnosis, complications, treatment, prevention, prognosis [dovemed.com]

Prognosis Treatments are very effective in killing nymphs and mature lice but less effective in killing eggs. Appropriate therapy produces a cure in more than 90% of cases. [patient.info]

Etiology

Definition, Description, And Etiology This affection is due to the Phthirius or Pediculus pubis, the general form and appearance of which is shown in Fig. 26. This insect exhibits a preference for the pubic region. [chestofbooks.com]

Diagnóstico y Razonamiento Itching of the groin is a very common complaint which can be caused by both infectious and noninfectious etiologies. The most common infectious cause is tinea cruris (also known as "jock itch"). [prognosisapp.com]

As suggested by some authors [ 5 ], microscopical examination of the lice observed on the scalp is helpful for a correct etiological diagnosis. CONFLICT OF INTEREST CONFLICTS OF INTEREST We have no conflict of interest. REFERENCES 1. [parasitol.kr]

Etiologic and epidemiological profiles. Sarcoptes scabiei was first identified in the early 1600s but was not recognized as the etiology of the skin disorder scabies until the 1700s [ 3 ]. [doi.org]

Epidemiology

[…] to 1975, Arch Dermatol, 1978, vol. 114 (pg. 747 - 50 ) 7 Epidemiologic characteristics of scabies in the Israel Defense Force, Int J Dermatol, 1989, vol. 28 (pg. 180 - 2 ) 8 The epidemiology of head lice and scabies in the UK, Epidemiol Infect, 1999, [doi.org]

Introduction Parasitic infection of human pubic hair and skin by lice caused by Pthirus pubis the lice do not transmit disease Epidemiology incidence approximately 2% of the population risk factors poor hygiene unprotected sexual intercourse transmission [medbullets.com]

Abstract The symptoms, clinical findings, epidemiology, and associated sexually transmitted diseases are described for 121 patients with pediculosis pubis who were seen in a clinic. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Pathophysiology

[…] pediculosis pubis Member Rated 0 Patient case no. 1651 Date added 21 April 2003 Patient details Age --Undetermined-- Localisation --Undetermined-- Primary Lesions Undetermined Pathophysiology infectious diseases / parasitic infections / pediculosis / [dermquest.com]

[…] skin by lice caused by Pthirus pubis the lice do not transmit disease Epidemiology incidence approximately 2% of the population risk factors poor hygiene unprotected sexual intercourse transmission sexual contact fomites clothing towels Mechanism & Pathophysiology [medbullets.com]

Prevention

MMWR Recomm Rep. 2010 Dec 17;59(RR-12):1-110, Sexually transmitted diseases treatment guidelines, 2010, Workowski KA, Berman S; Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). 2. [prognosisapp.com]

[…] doi: 10.1097/OLQ.0b013e31819241ef Note Author Information Authors Article Outline Outline Article Metrics Metrics From the Division of STD Prevention, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Health Services Research and Evaluation Branch, Atlanta, [journals.lww.com]

Getting tested for sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) can prevent the spread of Crabs or prevent any unnecessary irritation by Crabs. [womenscenter.com]

With the current trend of males and females shaving their body hair, it has helped to prevent the spread of these nasty itching creatures. [doctorshangout.com]

[…] damage by scratching; prevention by instituting sanitary conditions, encouraging children not to share combs, brushes, caps, scarves, and other articles of clothing; school and community prevention and early detection programs. diagnostic tests for infected [medi-info.com]

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