People usually know that they have pubic lice, having itching and seeing tiny lice. But, a nurse or doctor can tell exactly what is going on.

How to accurately determine if there are pubic lice?.

Usually, people themselves determine that they have pubic lice. Sometimes, you can see small lice that look like crabs, in the genital area or their eggs attached to the base of pubic hair. However, it is possible that it will be difficult to find lice or eggs, because there may not be so many of them, and they are very small. The use of a magnifying glass can help, or the doctor can search for them with a microscope.

Pubic lice can still remain in the genital area, even if you do not see them or laid eggs. If there is an itch in the genital area, or just think that there may be lice, it is better to check with a doctor. If someone with whom there was sex last month has lice, it's good to get a medicine.

If you think that there may be pubic lice, try not to worry. Lice are not dangerous, and they are fairly easy to get rid of with drugs.

Where can I check for pubic lice?.

You can be tested for pubic lice (and other STDs) in the hospital, at the mass registration or in a specialized private clinic. If there is itching and inconvenience, the sooner you get treatment for pubic lice, the sooner it will be better.