By: Gabby, Bronte, and Brianne

Pubic Lice

( crabs )

Basic Information

*When pubic lice become active they bury their heads inside the pubic hair follicles and feed on a persons blood *Pubic lice is when “crabs” infest your

pubic hair as well as potentially other body hair * Pthirus pubis- is the scientific name for

the insect.

How is it Transmitted?

*Pubic lice can be transmitted in many ways*The most common way to transmit pubic

lice is through sexual intercourse *Another way it can be transmitted

although less common is from infested towels and bed sheets clothing or any other fabric that comes into contact with the infested area

Symptoms*It is possible to be infested and have no symptoms

but people with pubic lice usually experience…*Itchiness ( can worsen at night) *Lice bites can cause inflammation and

discoloration, due to the proteins in the saliva of the lice.*Because of scratching, the infested area can

become raw and cause a secondary bacterial infection. *Scratching can also cause the pubic lice to spread.*A Person may not experience symptoms for two to four weeks until the eggs have hatched

How is it Treated *If you suspect pubic lice, you should go

see your doctor.*If so, your doctor may prescribe a

medication or told to buy an over-the-counter medicine. *There are also shampoos, special cremes

and lotions to help eliminate the pubic lice*A common shampoo is Genitrex

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Where is Pubic Lice Found?

*Contrary to popular belief pubic lice can also be found in…..*Chest hair*Eye lashes*Beard/mustache *Underarm hair*Eye brows

Where did Pubic Lice Come from?

*It is believed pubic lice were transmitted to humans through infested gorillas.*Humans who ingested infested gorillas or

slept in gorilla nests.*Over 3 million years ago

Common Myths About Pubic Lice

*They can live on toilet seats. • If pubic lice fall off they die in less than 48

hours• Pubic lice have feet specialized for gripping

pubic hair so they can not stick to flat surface such as toilet seats

* Shaving off my pubic hair will get rid of “crabs”• Since crabs can infest other areas of the

body they can easily migrate to another location therefore shaving pubic hair is not really a solution

Common Myths About Pubic Lice

*The only way to get rid of pubic lice is to use harsh pesticide shampoo• There are other treatments that are much

safer then this method• Louse may not be affected by this method

because they are becoming resistant to these treatments

Common Myths About Pubic Lice

*Lice can jump or fly• All ice including crabs cannot jump or fly,

only crawl

Pubic lice and head lice are not the same ... They are actually different

bugs all together

http://www.thatsfit.com/videos-partner/head-lice-vs-pubic-lice-517231718-214

Interesting Fact

*Pubic lice have been found on mummies over 2000 years old