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What term describes infestation from head and body louse?

  1. Pediculosis

  2. Ringworm

  3. Scabies

  4. Psoriasis

The correct answer is: Pediculosis

Pediculosis is the term that describes infestation from head and body lice. Lice are parasitic insects that can infest the hair and skin, causing itching and discomfort. Ringworm, scabies, and psoriasis are skin conditions caused by different factors and are not related to infestation from lice. Therefore, the correct term for infestation from head and body lice is pediculosis.