Pubic lice (also known as crab louse) is a parasite that infects the hairy parts of the body. The lice feeds on human blood and cause intense itchiness, also pubic lice eggs can be seen by visual inspection. Secondary bacterial infection may result from scratching. Infection is transmitted through direct contact during sexual intercourse, or less commonly through close contact, like the sharing of common bathing costumes, blankets and lavatories.

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Avoid sharing towel.

Please encourage your sex partner to seek medical advice as well.

How do I find out if I am infected with Pubic Lice?

Several symptoms include:


Pubic lice cannot be completely eradicated by shaving the pubic and anal area.

Do NOT attempt to self medication through local drug store, wrongful usage of Antiseptic Lotion or ointment will further exacerbate the condition. Pubic lice are best treated with a prescription wash compound containing permethrin, such as Elimite or Kwell.

Disinfect clothing, bed sheets with boiling water to eradicate ovum and adult lice.

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Besides, pubic lice also carry the possibility of containing other disease and capable of further infecting the patient. Crab lice probably cannot be caught from lavatory seats as they do not have feet designed to hold onto or walk on smooth surfaces such as toilet seats.