Pthirus pubis Infestation of an Ear

Authors

  • Stefano Veraldi Dermatological Centre in Milan, Milan, Italy
  • Gianluca Nazzaro Department of Pathophysiology and Transplantation, Università degli Studi, IRCCS Foundation, Ca’ Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, Milan, Italy

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https://doi.org/10.2340/actadv.v105.42571

Keywords:

Pthirus pubis, ear, itch, infestation

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2025-01-24

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Veraldi, S., & Nazzaro, G. (2025). Pthirus pubis Infestation of an Ear. Acta Dermato-Venereologica, 105, adv42571. https://doi.org/10.2340/actadv.v105.42571

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