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    Pediculosis Capi.s

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    This document summarizes information about several common parasites and infections. It describes head lice (pediculosis capitis) transmission and life cycle, presenting symptoms of intense itching. It recommends over-the-counter treatments to kill lice and remove eggs, and preventive measures. Scabies is caused by a mite burrowing under the skin and laying eggs, causing itching. Elimite prescription is used for treatment. Common fungal infections (tinea) of the scalp, body, groin, and feet are described. Pinworms live in the rectum and females lay eggs on surrounding skin at night, which can be ingested and spread the infection.

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    This document summarizes information about several common parasites and infections. It describes head lice (pediculosis capitis) transmission and life cycle, presenting symptoms of intense itching. It recommends over-the-counter treatments to kill lice and remove eggs, and preventive measures. Scabies is caused by a mite burrowing under the skin and laying eggs, causing itching. Elimite prescription is used for treatment. Common fungal infections (tinea) of the scalp, body, groin, and feet are described. Pinworms live in the rectum and females lay eggs on surrounding skin at night, which can be ingested and spread the infection.

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    This document summarizes information about several common parasites and infections. It describes head lice (pediculosis capitis) transmission and life cycle, presenting symptoms of intense itching. It recommends over-the-counter treatments to kill lice and remove eggs, and preventive measures. Scabies is caused by a mite burrowing under the skin and laying eggs, causing itching. Elimite prescription is used for treatment. Common fungal infections (tinea) of the scalp, body, groin, and feet are described. Pinworms live in the rectum and females lay eggs on surrounding skin at night, which can be ingested and spread the infection.

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    This document summarizes information about several common parasites and infections. It describes head lice (pediculosis capitis) transmission and life cycle, presenting symptoms of intense itching. It recommends over-the-counter treatments to kill lice and remove eggs, and preventive measures. Scabies is caused by a mite burrowing under the skin and laying eggs, causing itching. Elimite prescription is used for treatment. Common fungal infections (tinea) of the scalp, body, groin, and feet are described. Pinworms live in the rectum and females lay eggs on surrounding skin at night, which can be ingested and spread the infection.

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    Pediculosis

    Capi.s

    Pediculosis Capi.s (Head lice) Lice infec.on transmi8ed by direct contact with
    infected persons or indirect contact with contaminated objects Lice can live on a human host consuming scalp blood and lay eggs

    Lice can live o of human for 48 hours without blood Nits (eggs) capable of hatching for 10 days

    Nits are visible on hair shaGs close to scalp usually behind ears and at nape of neck, dicult to remove

    Clinical Manifesta.ons

    Once hatch crawling causes intense pruri.s (itchy scalp)

    Management -three goals


    1. Kill the ac,ve lice using pediculicide OTC products (Kwell, Nix, Rid) Kwell is neurotoxic for infants RID is safe and eec.ve, must treat hair again 1 to 2 weeks aGer ini.al treatment NIX kills head lice and eggs with 1 treatment, may have residual ac.vity for 10 days

    Management - three goals


    2. Remove nits Inspect childs hair with ne-toothed comb Comb nits out when hair is wet (apply vinegar water mixture prior to combing)

    Management-three goals
    3. Prevent spread or recurrence Treat environmental objects Examine and treat family members Vacuum carpets Check child for reinfesta.on 7 to 10 days aGer treatment Wash all bedding, hats in hot water and high dryer se\ng No.fy school if reoccurs

    Scabies
    Mite infec.on-burrow under skin Spread by skin to skin contact Female mite burrows under skin and lays egg Hatch in 3-5 days and cause severe intense itching Secondary infec.ons (impe.go, celluli.s) common

    Clinical Manifesta.ons
    Intense, severe pruri.s esp. at night Papular-vesicluar rash mainly in wrists, ngers, elbows, axilla and groin May see a faint burrow pa8ern

    Management
    Elimite- prescrip.on Applica.on applies neck to toe and must remain on for 8-12 hours Family members even if asymptoma.c and day .me contacts should be treated Wash all bedding, clothing in hot water similar to that for pediculosis

    Tinea

    Common Types of Tinea Infec.on


    Tinea capi.s (scalp) Tinea cruris (groin, bu8ocks, and scrotum) Tinea corporis (trunk, face, extremi.es) Tinea pedis (feet)

    Tinea Capi.s
    Erythema papular rash of scalp Patches of alopecia Treated with topical and oral an.fungals

    Tinea Corporis
    Single circular 1 scaly plaques Erythema to pale pink/ white Topical an.fungals, con.nue to treat one week aGer rash gone

    Tinea Cruis
    Warm moist environment promotes fungal growth Common in adolescent male Topical an.fungal Loose clothing

    Tinea Pedis
    Sweaty feet promotes growth Barefoot in common wet areas (pools,lockeroom) Topical an.fungal Fresh socks, toss old shoes

    Nursing Considera.ons All Tinea Infec.ons


    All members of the family and household pets should be assessed for fungal lesions Person-to-person transmission is cause Treat all asymptoma.c family members for recurrence Good hygiene helps in preven.on Dont share towels, clothing, hats, etc

    Pinworms
    Intes.nal worms- live in rectum of humans Female worms leave rectum at night to lay eggs on surrounding skin Eggs can survive in bedding and clothing for 2 weeks Spread by inges.ng eggs Medicines kill worms - curable

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