Phthiriasis
From Self-sufficiency
| Phthiriasis | |
|---|---|
| Classification and external resources | |
| ICD-10 | B85.3 |
| ICD-9 | 132.2 |
| DiseasesDB | 10028 |
Phthiriasis is a common eyelid infestation, caused by Phthirus pubis (pubic lice, sometimes referred to as crab lice). Pediculosis is an eyelid infestation by either Pediculus humanus corporis (body) or Pediculus humanus capitus (head) lice. The term was formerly used to describe an infestation of lice which would live beneath the skin (see reference).
Therapy
One of the following topical ocular therapy is recommended:
- Petroleum jelly or other bland ointments, TID
- Mercuric oxide 1%
- Ammoniated mercuric oxide 3%, twice a day
- Physostigmine (a Cholinesterase inhibitor)
External links
References
A Cabinet of Medical Curiosities, Jan Bondeson, ISBN# 0-393-31892-3
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