The main symptom of pubic lice infection in men is intense itching in the genital area, which may be accompanied by red rashes and greenish bruises, and in severe cases may break out due to scratching.
Pubic lice are parasites that often live in the pubic hair and can also invade other hairs such as beard, eyebrows and armpit hair. Pubic lice will bite the skin at the parasitized area, thus causing itching, which is called pubic lice disease in clinic.
Symptoms of pubic lice infection in men are intense itching in the genital area, worsening at night, some may be accompanied by red rashes and green bruises, and also found in the underwear brown blood spots. If the itching is intense and scratching is done, it may cause localized skin scratches or ulcers.
Pubic lice are usually spread through sexual contact, but sharing items that come into direct contact with the skin, such as bed sheets or towels, with an infected person can also lead to infection, so couples often suffer from the disease together. Pubic lice can be cured with strictly prescribed topical or oral medications, and the prognosis is generally good.
During the period of illness, bedding, clothing, towels, etc. should be cleaned in time; avoid sexual behavior, and the patient’s sexual partner or close contacts should also be examined or treated in time. In normal daily life, we should develop good hygiene habits, avoid unclean sex, avoid contact with unclean household items, etc., to prevent the infection of pubic lice.