Pediculosis corporis (also known as `Pediculosis vestimenti` and `Vagabond`s disease`) is a cutaneous condition caused by body lice (specifically Pediculus corporis) that lay their eggs in the seams of clothing.{rp|447} ==Signs and symptoms== Body lice are a nuisance in themselves and cause intense itching. They are also vectors (transmitters...
The presence of body lice which live in the seams of clothing. Biting causes pruritus and excoriations. ... See: parasitic melanoderma. ... Synonym: pediculosis vestimenti, pediculosis vestimentorum, pthiriasis corporis. ... (05 Mar 2000) ... 
Type: Term Definitions: 1. the presence of body lice that live in the seams of clothing. Biting causes pruritus and excoriations.
Pediculosis corporis is caused by the louse Pediculus humanus humanus. Unlike the head louse, the body louse deposits eggs on clothing. Examination of the skin shows only evidence of the itch caused by the infestation, numerous excoriations. Examination of clothing, particularly around the beltline and collars, will frequently show the louse. There...
[n] - infestation of body skin with lice
noun infestation of body skin with lice