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Body lice are tiny parasitic insects ( Pediculus humanus corporis ) that spread through close contact with other people.
Source:ADAM
Date:October 17, 2006
A lice infestation, or pediculosis, is caused by parasites living on human skin. Lice are tiny, wingless insects with sucking mouthparts that feed on human blood and lay eggs on body hair or in clothing.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Children's Health
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