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phthirius

/ˈθɪr.i.əs/

Traduction: Terme scientifique désignant un genre de poux véritable, notamment le pou du pubis (Phthirius pubis), insecte parasite qui infecte l'être humain.

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C2formalcommonmedical/ˈθɪr.i.əs/

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A scientific term referring to a genus of true lice, specifically the crab louse (Phthirius pubis), which is a parasitic insect that infests humans.

  • 🇫🇷Terme scientifique désignant un genre de poux véritable, notamment le pou du pubis (Phthirius pubis), insecte parasite qui infecte l'être humain.
  1. Crab louse C1 formal medical

    A parasitic insect that infests humans, typically in the pubic region, causing itching and irritation.

    • Phthirius pubis is commonly known as the crab louse.
    • The doctor diagnosed the patient with an infestation of Phthirius.
    • Treatment for Phthirius usually involves medicated creams or lotions.

    🇫🇷pou du pubis

    Synonymes: crab lousepubic louse