The only symptom of pediculosis capitis (head lice) is usually:
a. Itching. c. Scalp rash.
b. Vesicles. d. Localized inflammatory response.
ANS: A
Itching is generally the only manifestation of pediculosis capitis (head lice). Diagnosis is made by observation of the white eggs (nits) on the hair shaft. Vesicles, scalp rash, and localized inflammatory response are not symptoms of head lice.
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