SEROPOSITIVITY OF ANTIBODIES TO PEDICULOSIS IN CHILDREN WITH CERVICAL LYMPHADENOPATHY

Abstract

The lymphatic system is affected in many general diseases for example T.B, Septic diseases, and leukaemia. Enlargement of the cervical lymph nodes is commonly seen in children. In most instances they represent transient response to a benign local or generalised infection. However, it is always important to differentiate between the benign lymphoid hyperplasia and the lymph node enlargement due to serious conditions such as leukaemia or lymphoma. This research concentrated on cervical lymphadensopathy due to infestation with lice which is one of the most common local infections that are usually accompanied with cervical lymphadenopathy. These ectoparasites are still one of the most common public health problems in Egypt. This is particulary true among school students who are exposed to parasitic infestations by contagious infection and then convery the parasites to their family mernbres.