Pediculosis of the Eyelids: A Case Report

S. El Hachimi *

Adult Ophthalmology Department, Hospital August 20, Ibn rochd university hospital, Casablanca, Morocco and Casablanca Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy, Morocco.

Fz. Bahari

Adult Ophthalmology Department, Hospital August 20, Ibn rochd university hospital, Casablanca, Morocco and Casablanca Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy, Morocco.

M R. Bentouhami

Adult Ophthalmology Department, Hospital August 20, Ibn rochd university hospital, Casablanca, Morocco and Casablanca Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy, Morocco.

Y. Hidan

Adult Ophthalmology Department, Hospital August 20, Ibn rochd university hospital, Casablanca, Morocco and Casablanca Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy, Morocco.

A.Mchachi

Adult Ophthalmology Department, Hospital August 20, Ibn rochd university hospital, Casablanca, Morocco and Casablanca Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy, Morocco.

L.Benhmidoune

Adult Ophthalmology Department, Hospital August 20, Ibn rochd university hospital, Casablanca, Morocco and Casablanca Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy, Morocco.

R.Rachid

Adult Ophthalmology Department, Hospital August 20, Ibn rochd university hospital, Casablanca, Morocco and Casablanca Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy, Morocco.

*Author to whom correspondence should be addressed.


Abstract

Pediculosis of the eyelids is a rare but significant condition resulting from infestation by lice, usually head lice. Although often overlooked, this condition can lead to bothersome symptoms and complications. This article explores the etiology, clinical manifestations, diagnostic methods and therapeutic approaches for eyelid pediculosis.

Keywords: Eyelid pediculosis, etiology, lice


How to Cite

Hachimi, S. El, Fz. Bahari, M R. Bentouhami, Y. Hidan, A.Mchachi, L.Benhmidoune, and R.Rachid. 2025. “Pediculosis of the Eyelids: A Case Report”. Asian Journal of Case Reports in Surgery 8 (1):7-10. https://doi.org/10.9734/ajcrs/2025/v8i1590.

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