Patient's question:
Medical Description: Female, 36 years old, previously in good health. Onset of illness: In July of this year, pubic hair began to itch. Later, it was noticed that there were small, insect-like things attached to the base of the pubic hair, and the hair had eggs. Thought it might be what is known as pubic lice. Leukorrhea was normal. Previous treatment history and effectiveness: Only some anti-itch and anti-inflammatory medication was used, which provided some relief, but it did not completely cure the condition. Desired help: Want to ask if there are any good methods that can provide a complete cure and allow for a normal life.Doctor's answer:
Pubic lice are external parasites whose specialized claws tightly grip the shafts of pubic hair, which distinguishes them from head lice and body lice. Additionally, they can infest the coarse hair on various parts of the body, including the legs, arms, armpits, anal area, mustache, eyebrows, and the trunk. They can even infest eyelashes. Due to the fine nature of hair, pubic lice find it difficult to hold onto hair, making transmission less likely. Pubic lice are typically spread through sexual contact, often affecting both partners in a relationship. Treatment for pubic lice involves removing the pubic hair and burning it, cleaning the affected area, applying Lindane cream, and abstaining from sexual activity. Infected clothing, bedding, and sheets should be steamed or boiled to kill eggs and adult lice.