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Record 1 2018-03-23

English

Subject field(s)
  • The Skin
  • Hair Styling
CONT

Pediculosis capitis is a contagious condition caused by the head louse (animal parasite) infesting the hair of the scalp. As the parasites feed on the scalp, itching occurs and the resultant scratching may cause infection.

OBS

pediculosis capitis: term officially approved by the Lexicon Project Committee (New Brunswick).

French

Domaine(s)
  • Appareil cutané
  • Coiffure
CONT

La pédiculose du cuir chevelu est provoquée par la piqûre du pou de tête, ou Pediculus capitis. La pénétration du rostre dans la peau entraîne un prurit violent.

OBS

pédiculose du cuir chevelu : terme uniformisé par le Comité du projet de lexiques (Nouveau-Brunswick).

Spanish

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