Public lice are small insects found in the genital region and are otherwise known as crabs. It spreads through sexual activity. It also gets spread through infested sheets, blankets, towels, or clothes. In children, it can be seen in eyelashes, and it occurs due to sexual abuse. The affected person experiences intense itching in the genital region, and it can get spread to other regions having coarse hair such as legs, chest, and armpits. It is treated by using lice-killing lotion or gel.
Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. We are here to help you. Best treatment for pubic lice (crab louse) is to apply Permethrin lotion (Nix) to be applied over the affected area for overnight and to wash it the next morning. Continue the same for seven days.
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