Patient's question:
I recently encountered a pretty girl, and I really dislike her type. We had a great time together, drank too much, and ended up having sex again. About a week later, I started feeling a severe itch on my penis and thought I might have contracted a sexually transmitted disease. After a thorough examination, I was told I had pubic lice. What should I do if I have pubic lice?Doctor's answer:
Pubic lice are a contagious parasitic infection, which may also be related to poor personal hygiene. After infection, it can cause localized skin itching and rashes. As they are pulled, the infected area may shrink, but the skin damage may worsen. Therefore, once infected, medication treatment should be started as soon as possible, while also paying attention to personal hygiene. Underwear and pants must be boiled to sterilize and exposed to sunlight before wearing to prevent re-infection.