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Pubic lice are small, six-legged creatures that invade the genital hair region and infest it with their eggs. These lice can also infest armpit hair and eyebrows, but they are drawn to the pubic region. |
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Symptoms
Itching in pubic hair region; Eggs (nits) or actual adult lice may be seen; Genital lesions due to bites; Other genit...
Causes
Pubic lice are known scientifically as Phthirus pubis. Lice infestation is a common sexually-transmitted condition an...
Tests
An examination of the external genital region typically reveals small gray-white oval eggs (nits) attached to the hai...
Treatments
Pubic lice are best treated with a prescription wash such as Elimite or Kwell: Thoroughly work the shampoo into the p...
Complications
Secondary infections may occur because of skin break-down from frequent scratching.
Prevention
Avoid sexual or intimate contact with infected people. If sexually active, use safe sex behaviors to avoid getting li...
Doctor Specialties
Call for an appointment with your health care provider if you or your sexual partner have symptoms of pubic lice. If ...
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