Pediculosis and scabies.

Preview The thought of parasites usually triggers revulsion and horror, and lice infestations have generated many words and phrases with unpleasant connotations (eg, feeling lousy, dirty louse, nit-picker). Still, humans too often find themselves sharing their bodies and living quarters with lice and mites. Dr Foreman describes how to accurately diagnose infestations, what to include in patient education to calm fears, and how to ensure successful treatment.