Pediculus
- noun
- /pəˈdɪkjələs/
- Specialized
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Pediculus
- Medical professionals can identify Pediculus under a microscope by its distinct morphology.
Examples
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Researchers studied the life cycle of Pediculus to develop more effective treatments for lice infestations.
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The species Pediculus humanus is known to cause pediculosis in humans.
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The Pediculus species is known to cause itching.
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Many people are affected by Pediculus infestations.
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The school nurse warned about an outbreak of Pediculus, which can spread quickly among children.
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Parents were advised to check their children for Pediculus to prevent the lice infestation from spreading.
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To eliminate Pediculus, families should treat their hair with medicated shampoo and wash bedding frequently.
Compounds
- Specialized
A small insect that lives on people's hair or clothing and feeds on blood
- Specialized
A tiny insect that lives on the top of the head and causes strong itching
- Specialized
A small insect called the body louse that lives on people's bodies and causes strong itching
Surface Forms
Etymology
Pediculus comes from Latin parts ped- meaning 'foot' and -culus meaning 'small', so it literally means 'small foot'. People used this name for tiny creatures with little legs, which is why Pediculus is the scientific name for the lice that live on humans.
