Pediculerad

Pediculerad is a term sometimes used colloquially to describe the presence of pediculosis, commonly known as lice infestation, in a person or animal. Pediculosis is a condition caused by tiny, wingless insects called lice that live on the skin and feed on blood. There are three main types of lice that affect humans: head lice (Pediculus humanus capitis), body lice (Pediculus humanus humanus), and pubic lice (Pthirus pubis), also known as crabs.

Head lice are typically found on the scalp, while body lice usually inhabit clothing and bedding, only coming to the skin to feed. Pubic lice are most commonly found in the pubic hair area but can also infest other coarse body hair. The primary symptom of pediculosis is itching, which can be severe and lead to scratching, potentially causing secondary skin infections. Diagnosis is usually made by visual inspection of the affected area, looking for live lice or their eggs, called nits. Treatment typically involves over-the-counter or prescription medicated shampoos, lotions, or rinses designed to kill the lice. Environmental treatments, such as washing infested clothing and bedding in hot water, may also be necessary to prevent re-infestation.