licí

licí is a Spanish word that translates to "lice" in English. It refers to small, wingless parasitic insects that live on the skin of mammals and birds. In humans, the most common types are head lice (Pediculus humanus capitis), body lice (Pediculus humanus humanus), and pubic lice (Pthirus pubis), often called crabs. These parasites feed on blood and can cause itching and irritation. While lice are a nuisance, they are generally not considered a vector for serious diseases in humans, though historically body lice have been associated with the transmission of certain infections like typhus. Infestations are typically diagnosed through visual inspection and are treated with over-the-counter or prescription medications designed to kill the lice and their eggs, known as nits. Prevention involves avoiding direct head-to-head contact and sharing personal items like hats, combs, and hairbrushes. The term licí can also be used more broadly to refer to other species of lice that affect animals.