Patient's question:
In the past few months, I've been feeling discomfort in my groin area, with intense itching. There are some small white bugs near the base of my pubic hair, which is very disgusting. Besides the small red bumps, I've tried various methods to relieve the symptoms, but none have worked. I went to the hospital for a thorough examination, and the doctor said it's a symptom of pubic lice.What kind of help do you need: What are the symptoms of pubic lice?
Doctor's answer:
The main affected areas are the pubic hair region and the perianal area, and it is also seen in the axillary and chest hair regions. The common subjective symptoms are severe itching, which often leads to scratches, blood scabs, or secondary bacterial infections such as impetigo and folliculitis. Occasionally, grayish-blue or pale blue macules are seen, with a diameter of about 0.5 cm. These macules do not fade upon pressure and are not accompanied by itching, commonly found in the inner thigh, lower abdomen, and waist. This is because when the pubic lice feed on blood, their saliva causes the hemoglobin to denature. After completely removing the pubic lice, this blue discoloration can persist for several months. Once a diagnosis of pubic lice infestation is confirmed, it is recommended that patients seek immediate examination and treatment at a reputable tertiary hospital for better results.