Body Lice
Definition
Body lice are tiny parasites (Pediculus humanus corporis) that spread through close contact with other people.
There are three types of lice:
* Body lice
* Head lice
* Pubic lice
This article focuses on body lice.
Symptoms
* Intense itching
* Red bumps on the skin
* Areas around the waist or groin may become thickened or discolored when lice have been present for a long time
