Question 1

are pubic lice eggs brown?

Accepted Answer

Yes: The lice and the nits both tend to be dark brown. There are white nits which are often associated with a fungal infection.

Question 2

are pubic lice a red colour?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Here is an image of a pubic louse and a head louse. Hope this helps!

Question 3

what colour are pubic lice eggs?

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Usually, off white: Most lice eggs or nits appear off-white against dark pubic hair, appear somewhat triangular, and are attached to the hair shaft.  They may be hard to see in very fair individuals.   A nit comb may be helpful in looking for them.

Question 4

does derbac m liquid for pubic lice really work?

Accepted Answer

Yes It Works: Derbac M contains Malathion which is an effective treatment for lice including pubic lice and the eggs. You should read the instructions, use only as directed (product is flammable). Repeat the treatment in 7 - 10 days. All sexual contacts should be examined and treated if infested. Wash all clothes, bedding, towels in hot water/hot dryer or dry-clean.

Question 5

what causes pubic lice and what causes rid of them?

Accepted Answer

By contact: Contact with somebody else with lice.
There are many creams or oral treatment for it. 
I think the most effective medication is ivermectin.

Question 6

if caught pubic lice once.do people have them for the rest of their lives?

Accepted Answer

Lice treatment: Pubic lice infestation can be successfully treated and eradicated. A doctor can prescribe treatment to cure the problem.

Question 7

straight up question , can you get crabs (pubic lice) from someone who doesn't have them?

Accepted Answer

No: No.It is a contagious problem from someone who is currently infected.

Question 8

can you catch pubic lice by wearing short shorts and sitting on carpeted floors with others?

Accepted Answer

Pubic Lice: You get it by contact with the affected person.It is a parasite that jumps to your body upon contact.

Question 9

can people have intercourse if pubic lice are cure but is there a possibility can a person still catch them ?

Accepted Answer

Lice: if both partners have been treated and cured then there is no possibility of spreading or catching pubic lice again from that partner. If one has intercourse with someone who has pubic lice even though you have been treated you will be reinfected.

Question 10

i wanted to know do people have them all their lives and can pubic lice be cured competely and not come back ?

Accepted Answer

Pubic lice: Pubic lice is an infestation with a parasite.  It can be completely eradicated by proper treatment of the body and home.  Re-infestation can occur by re-exposure during intimate contact with an affected person.

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