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What is the technical term for lice?

  1. Pediculosis capitis

  2. Pityriasis capitis

  3. Psoriasis capitis

  4. Scabies capitis

The correct answer is: Pediculosis capitis

The technical term for lice is pediculosis capitis. This term refers specifically to the infestation of lice on the scalp hair. The other options are incorrect as they refer to different conditions. Pityriasis capitis is dandruff, psoriasis capitis is a scalp condition characterized by red, itchy, and scaly patches, and scabies capitis is a condition caused by tiny mites burrowing into the skin, leading to intense itching and a rash.