Body lice bites leave behind small, welt-like, reddened areas of skin with a pinpoint hole in the center. The bites can cause intense itching; however, scratching them can lead to a bacterial infection. Lice most frequently bite the shoulders, buttocks, and abdomen. Long-lasting infestations can cause a thickening and darkening of the skin.

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