Pubic lice

Phthiriasis palpebrarum results from lid infestation by P pubis, the pubic louse. In postpubescent individuals infestation typically occurs in the pubic area, and in children the eyelashes and eyebrows are most commonly involved. In adults phthiriasis is usually transmitted by sexual contact, but in children infestation usually occurs from contact with an infested parent, usually the mother. The lice may also be transferred by fomites such as bedding and towels.The parasite is well equipped for the pubic area or eye region because of its wide body and... 

Lindane (e.g., Kwell) Cidal Induces seizures in ectoparasites. Scabies Sarcoptes scabiei), body, head, and pubic louse (Pediculus capitis, P. corporis, Phthirus pubis). 

The two species that belong to this group include Pediculus humanus capitis (head louse) and P. humanus corporis (body louse). The eggs (or nits) remain firmly attached to the hair, and in about 10 days the lice hatch to form nymphs, which mature in 2 weeks. The lice become attached to the base of the hair follicle and feed on the blood of the host.10 Pubic or crab lice are found on the hairs around the genitals, but may occur... 

Pubic or crab lice are found on the hairs aronnd the genitals, although they can occur in other areas of the body (e.g., eyelashes, beards, and axillae). Patients nsually complain of severe pruritus from papular lesions produced by the bite of the louse. Hypersensitivity to foreign material injected by the lice can produce macular swellings and occasionally can lead to secondary bacterial infections. ... 

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