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What is the difference between crabs and pubic lice?
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They're the same.: Pubic lice are commonly referred to as "crabs" or crab lice. The scientific name is phthirus pubis.
Answered 10/19/2018
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Different names: Pediculosis pubis is the name for crabs/ lice infesting the pubic area. Crabs (lice) often live in the pubic area or near the anus.
Answered 10/19/2018
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