Pubic lice run to the head and can survive, multiply and cause infections in the patient’s hair. Failure to intervene in time may lead to infection in other parts of the hair as well.
Pubic lice infestation is most commonly found in the hair of the genital area and is caused by infection with pubic lice, in addition to hair, eyelashes, beards, armpit hair, and other hair tissues that can be infected with pubic lice.
After being detached from the body, pubic lice can survive for a period of time on clothes and bedding. If during this process, pubic lice get into the patient’s hair, the infection can be triggered. The presence of pubic lice infestation on the head can lead to localized itching, stinging, pimples and other uncomfortable symptoms. Failure to intervene in a timely manner can lead to the development of lice infections in the eyelashes and eyebrows as well, and may also lead to folliculitis.
Regardless of which part of the body is infected with pubic lice, it is important to pay attention to the problem and seek medical treatment as soon as possible to avoid delaying the condition.