Lice

Description

A parasitic infestation of the hairy regions of a persons body. Common transmission of these bugs is through physical contact of shared clothing. The best method of treating them is a shave and shampoo of the infested person. Although laundering the clothes and changing bedding is advisable to ensure against re-infestation.

Contagion

Virulence

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Vector(s)

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Prevention

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Course

Incubation

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Contagious

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Symptoms

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Treatment

Cureability

<--recovery index 1-unlikely to 5-almost certain

General

<--applicable general treaments, such as rest, and fluids-->

Medicinal

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Surgical

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Magical

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