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Pathology Ch. 2 Term
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Mites | -Arthropods that cause skin lesions called scabies. -Spread through direct contact -Red/Gray track lines -Secondary bacterial infections, blisters/nodules -Pesticidal ointments/shampoos, oral medications, antihistamines, antibiotics -Massage: No |
| Head Lice (Pediculosis) | -Wingless insects that live in head hair and suck scalp blood -Spread through direct contact -Eggs called nits -Itchiness and movements among the scalp -Rigorous/damaging scratching can lead to secondary infection - |
| Body Lice | -Small wingless |