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Occupationally-acquired parasitic skin infestation, classified elsewhere

No MMS code

Link to WHO Definition

Occupationally-acquired parasitic skin infestation, classified elsewhere – http://id.who.int/icd/entity/145960783

Infestations such as pediculosis and scabies acquired through work. These are relatively common in health care workers, teachers and in those employed in residential homes for the elderly. Agricultural workers may be at increased risk of tropical parasitic infestations such as schistosomiasis.