Body Lice

Infestation of Body Lice is the cause of Pediculosis corporis. It is a small parasitic insect characterized by wingless and flat body. There is also a similar kind that thrives in head and pubic areas. Body Lice colors varies from yellow to white

Body Lice lives on the clothing, where they lay their eggs. This lice travel around the body for their meals, which is the blood of their host.

Symptoms

Intense itching
Red rounded rashes or bumps in the skin
Presence of Lice in clothing especially on the seams

Causes

Overcrowded living condition
Unhygienic living practices
Direct contact from infested person

Treatment

Gliricidia sepium:
Make a juice or decoction from Gliricidia sepium leaves and apply to the skin

Virgin Coconut Oil:
Apply a generous amount of VCO in the skin just like using it as a lotion

Garlic Powder:
Mix a tablespoonful of garlic powder with a few drops of pennyroyal oil and distilled water. Apply the mixture to the skin

Vinegar:
Mix at least two tablespoon of vinegar in your water used in laundry, it helps to kill the eggs that thrives in the seams of the infected persons’ used clothing

Prevention

Iron clothes if necessary
Avoid physical contact with an infected person
Practice good hygiene and regular everyday bathing
Avoid overcrowded and dirty surroundings