Medical history (history of illness) is an important component in the diagnosis of pediculosis capitis (head lice infestation).
Family history
- What is the general health of your relatives?
Social history
- What is your profession?
- Do you live/work in a community facility?
Current medical history/systemic history (somatic and psychological complaints).
- Have you noticed red papules on the head, especially on the back of the head, neck, or behind the ears?
- Do these changes itch badly?
- Have you discovered any lice or nits in the above designated areas?
Vegetative anamnesis incl. nutritional anamnesis.
Self anamnesis incl. medication anamnesis
- Pre-existing conditions
- Operations
- Radiotherapy
- Vaccination status
- Allergies
- Environmental history
- Medication history
