LICE INFESTATIONS
\lˈa͡ɪs ɪnfɛstˈe͡ɪʃənz], \lˈaɪs ɪnfɛstˈeɪʃənz], \l_ˈaɪ_s ɪ_n_f_ɛ_s_t_ˈeɪ_ʃ_ə_n_z]\
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Parasitic attack or subsistence on the skin by members of the order Phthiraptera, especially on humans by Pediculus humanus of the family Pediculidae. The hair of the head, eyelashes, and pubis is a frequent site of infestation. (From Dorland, 28th ed; Stedman, 26th ed)
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