Abstract
Pthirus pubis usually infests the pubis, inguinal folds, buttocks and perianal region. In hairy males or when the infestation is longstanding, this louse can also occur on the thighs, abdomen, chest, axillae and beard. Eyelashes may be involved in children. The involvement of the scalp is very rare. We describe four girls with P. pubis infestation located exclusively on the scalp which was characterized by a rash on the nape that can suggest a head and neck form of atopic dermatitis.
Original language | English |
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Article number | 102026 |
Journal | Parasitology International |
Volume | 75 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Apr 2020 |
Keywords
- Atopic dermatitis
- Eczema
- Nape
- Pthiriasis capitis
- Pthirus pubis
- Scalp
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Parasitology
- Infectious Diseases