What are pubic lice crabs?

Pubic lice, often referred to as “crabs,” are small six-legged parasitic insects. Although most often they are found in the genital area of humans, they can also be found in armpits, mustache, beard, eyebrows, or eyelashes. They are found all over the world, and infection is quite common.

Adult female lice lay eggs (called nits), which are attached to hair shafts. The eggs, which are oval shaped and yellow or white, hatch in about 7-10 days. Newly hatched louse are called nymphs. The nymphs mature into adult lice in about 7 days. Adults live for about 30 days, and feed on human blood. If a louse falls off and cannot feed, it will die within 1-2 days.

How are pubic lice crabs spread?

Pubic lice are generally sexually transmitted. They can also be transmitted through physical contact with a contaminated object, such as a toilet seat, sheet or pillow case. They are most often found in adolescents, but can affect anyone of any age.

What are the signs and symptoms?

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