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Pubic crabs: what you need to know

1The name “crabs” refers to the crab-like appearance of public lice. The louse has a rounded body, six legs, some of which have claws which help it hang onto coarse pubic hair.

2. The most common symptom of crabs is itching in the pubic area. This itching is caused by an allergic reaction to the bites, and usually starts about five days after a person gets crabs.

3. Much like head lice, crabs cannot jump; they crawl from one host to another.

4. Pubic lice found on children’s eyelashes may be a sign of sexual exposure or abuse.

5. When you have pubic lice, it’s advisable to get tested for other STI’s. A check-up is usually recommended as a precaution. 

6. The “ITCH” usually start at night because pubic lice tend to burrow when their host isn’t moving around too much.

7. Excessive scratching has been found to cause secondary bacterial infections.

8. The only other animal known to be affected by this wingless terror is the gorilla.

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