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Crab louse, female
Crab louse, female
Pubic louse-male
Pubic louse-male
Crab lice
Crab lice
Head louse and pubic louse
Head louse and pubic louse
OverviewSymptomsTreatmentPrevention

Pubic lice

Alternative Names:
Pediculosis - pubic lice; Lice - pubic; Crabs

Prevention:

Avoid sexual or intimate contact with infected people. If sexually active, use safe sex behaviors to avoid getting lice.

Good personal hygiene is always recommended. If possible, avoid trying on bathing suits. However, if you must, be sure to wear your underwear while trying them on. This may prevent transmission.



Review Date: 4/15/2003
Reviewed By: Michael Lehrer, M.D., Department of Dermatology, University of Pennsylvania Medical Center, Philadelphia, PA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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