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head lice::noun | Spocien Dictionary
| Type | Words |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | pediculosis capitis |
| Type of | lousiness, pediculosis |
Examples of head lice
head lice
Head lice, called p ediculus capitis by scientists, are small parasitic insects.
From the usatoday.com
Head lice do not carry disease, but they are tenacious and a rather nasty sight.
From the time.com
He had head lice, evidence of recent bleeding on his ear and scabs on his scalp.
From the guardian.co.uk
Head lice can affect all types of hair irrespective of its condition and length.
From the thisismoney.co.uk
Head lice is very common in children, especially between 3 and 12 years of age.
From the us.cnn.com
The study found modern humans have two genetically distinct types of head lice.
From the sciencedaily.com
It is thought up to 80 per cent of head lice are now resistant to insecticides.
From the express.co.uk
One study found head lice traveled to pillowcases in only 4 percent of cases.
From the democratandchronicle.com
Head lice occur most frequently in young children between 3 and 10 years old.
From the dailyherald.com
