A 6-year-old patient complains of a constantly itchy scalp that developed after returning home from school today. The most common cause for this condition in a child is:

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Pediculosis, or head lice infestation, is the most common cause of an itchy scalp in children, especially those attending school where close contact facilitates the spread of lice.

A 6-Year-Old Patient Complains of a Constantly Itchy Scalp That