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| | Pubic lice |
 | | Pubic (and other lice) lice cannot burrow into the skin and do not live under the skin. | | | When pubic lice have been identified as the source of the problem, it is important that all sexual contacts of that person be made aware of the situation and treated if necessary. | | | If one person within a family has pubic lice, all family members should be examined and treated, especially if the infected person shares a bed with other family members. |
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http://medent.usyd.edu.au/fact/pubic.html
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| | Division of Parasitic Diseases - Pubic Lice Infestation Fact Sheet |
| | Pubic lice are generally found in the genital area on pubic hair; but may occasionally be found on other coarse body hair, such as hair on the legs, armpits, mustache, beard, eyebrows, or eyelashes. | | | A lice-killing shampoo (also called a pediculicide) made of 1% permethrin or pyrethrin is recommended to treat pubic lice. | | | Malathion* lotion 0.5% (Ovide*) is another prescription medication that is effective against pubic lice. |
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http://www.cdc.gov/ncidod/dpd/parasites/lice/factsht_pubic_lice.htm
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| | Pubic Lice |
| | Pubic lice die within 24 hours of being separated from the body. | | | Lotions and shampoos that will kill pubic lice are available both over the counter and by prescription. |
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http://www.coolnurse.com/pubic_lice.htm
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| | MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia: Pubic lice |
| | Lice infestation is a common sexually-transmitted condition and is found mostly in adolescents. | | | Thoroughly work the shampoo into the pubic hair and surrounding area for at least 5 minutes. | | | Applying vinegar to pubic hair before combing may help loosen nits, but the hair should be dry when applying the shampoo. |
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http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000841.htm
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| | Pubic Lice Information and Pictures |
| | Treatment is with anti-parasite medication, the most effective treatments being shampoos and creams containing Lindane, Permethrin or a related compound. | | | Condom use does not prevent crab infection because infected pubic hair and skin comes into contact with other pubic hair and skin | | | Information and pictures on this site are provided for informational purposes and are not meant to substitute for the advice provided by your own physician or other medical professionals. |
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http://www.herpes-coldsores.com/std/pubic_lice.htm
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| | Pubic lice (pediculosis). DermNet NZ |
| | The pubic hair is most common site but lice can spread to other hairy parts of the body including armpit, beard, chest hair and thigh hair. | | | An insecticide such as Prioderm Shampoo (maldison) is used. | | | It is advisable to attend your doctor or sexual health clinic for a check-up. |
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http://dermnetnz.org/arthropods/pubiclice.html
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| | Pubic Lice - health information |
| | Pubic lice are usually transmitted through direct physical contact, especially of the genital areas. | | | Pubic lice are difficult to see because of their location and appearance. | | | If additional treatment is needed then see your health care provider as a prescription for an opthamalic-grade petrolatum ointment may be needed. |
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http://www.mckinley.uiuc.edu/health-info/dis-cond/commdis/pubiclic.html
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| | ASHA Facts & Answers about STDs: Crabs |
| | You can get crabs whenever some part of your body that has coarse hair (such as the pubic area, eyelashes, eyebrows, facial hair, chest, or armpits) comes into contact with the infested pubic or other course hair. | | | While the scientific name for the parasite is Pthirus pubis and the scientific name for the condition is Pediculus Pubis, both are referred to as crabs. | | | Crabs, or pubic lice, is an infestation of crab-like parasites that attach themselves to pubic hair and other course hair on the body. |
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http://www.ashastd.org/stdfaqs/crabs.html
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| | Pubic Lice |
| | They can also infest other body hair, but they prefer the pubic region. | | | Pubic lice infestation, called pediculosis, is considered a sexually transmitted disease (STD), but it can be contracted in other ways. | | | For specific medical advice, diagnoses, and treatment, consult your doctor. |
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http://kidshealth.org/parent/infections/std/pubic_lice.html
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| | Pubic Lice |
| | These are the most common questions concerning Pubic Lice. | | | Because Pubic Lice is an embarrassing subject for many people, getting the correct information can be difficult. | | | Pubic Lice affects more than 50 million people in this country. |
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http://www.skinchoice.com/Pubic_Lice2.htm
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| | Worldbook Medical Encyclopedia > Pacemaker - Pyrosis > Pubic lice |
| | Documents 1 - 10 of 98 on the subject : Pubic lice | | | Although more commonly found in the pubic hair, these crabs may also be located in the underarm area, on the chest, eyelashes and even mustaches. | | | Worldbook Medical Encyclopedia > Pacemaker - Pyrosis > Pubic lice |
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http://66.134.131.57/wbmedical/32447/32793/1.htm
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| | Crabs/Pubic Lice |
| | For health care workers managing patients with crabs | | | The blood sucking may cause little red sores and itching. | | | They prefer the pubic hair and do not voluntarily leave the body. |
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http://www.stdservices.on.net/std/crabs
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| | pubic lice |
| | These monographs are counseling aids for healthcare professionals only and are not to be used as a reference to diagnose or treat medical conditions. | | | - Pubic lice are spread by close physical contact, usually sexually, with an infected person. | | | - Pubic lice lay tiny eggs, called nits, which can often be seen on the base of the hair shaft near the skin. |
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http://rxinsider.com/monographs/pubic_lice.htm
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