phthiriasis /phthir·i·a·sis/ (thi-ri´ah-sis) infestation with Phthirus pubis.
phthi·ri·a·sis (th -r   -ss, th-)n. Infestation with lice, especially crab lice; pediculosis. |
phthiriasis
Infestation of the eyelid margin by lice. It causes itching along the eyelid margin. Removal of the parasites is relatively easy either with forceps or by cryotherapy (removal under cold or freezing conditions).
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