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Despite ‘barely there’ trends, pubic lice are here to stay

Pubic lice, Phthirus pubis, or “crabs” as more commonly known, were once thought to be one of the most contagious sexually transmitted infections, but they rarely rate a mention in most sexual health research these days.

Perhaps their absence from the sexual health spotlight is due to the lack of serious health implications associated with infestation, the shifting grooming habitats of those most sexually active or, perhaps in the age of internet diagnosis, few people present their itchy nether regions to the local doctor.

Our parasitic companions

Pubic lice are thought to have been our parasitic companions for more than 10,000 years. There is…

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 Despite ‘barely there’ trends, pubic lice are here to stay

Perhaps their absence from the sexual health spotlight is due to the lack of serious health implications associated with infestation, the shifting grooming habitats of those most sexually active or, perhaps in the age of internet diagnosis, few people present their itchy nether regions to the local doctor.

Avert

Pubic lice cannot be prevented from spreading during sex – even by using condoms.

CDC

Pubic lice infestations (pthiriasis) are usually spread through sexual contact. Dogs, cats, and other pets do not play a role in the transmission of human lice. Both over-the-counter and prescription medications are available for treatment of pubic lice infestations.

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