Patient's question:
I've been experiencing intense itching in the pubic hair, especially at night, to the point where it's excruciatingly painful. Hello, what illness do I have in this situation? I just checked some information and found that similar symptoms are associated with pubic lice. Could I have pubic lice? How should I treat it? Thank you!Doctor's answer:
Hello! This situation cannot be ruled out as pubic lice. Pubic lice primarily feed on pubic hair, occasionally found on axillary or eyebrow hair. They can be spread through sexual contact, and dark brown blood stains are often found on underwear. If you experience severe itching, it's best to go to the hospital for a check-up. If it is confirmed to be pubic lice, treatment is recommended: For pubic lice treatment, it is best to shave or remove the pubic hair. Apply 50% stemonin tincture or lindane cream (pregnant women should stop using it)! Both sexual partners should be treated simultaneously. Wash underwear with boiling water and expose it to sunlight! If there is no sunlight, only dry it. Treatment will not cause recurrence! I hope my explanation is helpful to you.