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pediculosis capitis

/pɪˌdɪkjʊˈloʊsɪs ˈkæpɪtɪs/

Traduction: Terme médical désignant l'infestation du cuir chevelu par les poux de tête ; affection courante, surtout chez les enfants.

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/pɪˌdɪkjʊˈloʊsɪs ˈkæpɪtɪs/C2formalmedical
  • frTerme médical désignant l'infestation du cuir chevelu par les poux de tête ; affection courante, surtout chez les enfants.

A medical term for an infestation of the scalp with head lice, a common condition especially among children.

  1. Head lice infestationC1formal

    A medical condition caused by the infestation of the scalp with parasitic insects known as head lice.

    frPédiculose du cuir chevelu

    • Pediculosis capitis is common among school-aged children.
    • The doctor diagnosed the child with pediculosis capitis.
    • Treatment for pediculosis capitis usually involves medicated shampoos.