What are the symptoms of Pubic Genital Lice?
It is possible to have an infestation of Lice in pubic hair and not show any Pubic Lice Symptoms. Generally, however, the individual will experience itching that will worsen at night when the Pubic Genital Lice become more active and begin feeding. When Pubic Lice feed, they inject saliva into their host causing its primary symptom of itching. Scratching will only increase present irritation and may lead to secondary infections. Pubic Lice can also leave a painless, blue/gray rash accompanied by inflammation. It may also be possible to see the actual insect in the affected area or the presence of nits wrapped around the hair shaft. There is no difference with Pubic Lice on a male compared to Pubic Lice on a female. Generally, someone that has been exposed to Pubic Lice or the Pubic Lice eggs will notice the primary symptom of itching immediately or within a one week time frame, but it can take up to 2-4 weeks for eggs to hatch and mature Lice to be seen. As you have seen above from the
