What are the symptoms of pubic lice in men?

Pubic lice are a kind of parasite. As the name suggests, pubic lice mainly live in the genitals. The most obvious symptom is itching. Pubic lice in men can be said to be very common. They are mainly transmitted through sex and are somewhat contagious. The problem of pubic lice must be treated in time. There are many clinical methods to treat pubic lice, and generally the medicine is combined with the symptoms. So what are the symptoms of male pubic lice?

1. Skin itching

When pubic lice use their beaks to pierce human skin to suck blood, they bite the human skin and inject their poisonous saliva into the human body. At the same time, they suck blood and excrete feces, causing paroxysmal itching of the pubic skin.

2. Skin papules

There is local redness and small red spots at the site of pubic lice bites, with blood crusts on them; local allergic reactions often occur, and papules often appear. Some pubic lice patients may also be infected by scratching, with symptoms of pus, exudate, and scabs.

3. Blue-gray spots

Near the affected area, you can see a 0.2-2 cm blue-gray spot, which is painless and itchy, does not fade when pressed, and can last for several months. This blue-gray spot can also be seen on the chest, abdomen, inner thigh, etc. It may be caused by blood coagulation caused by the saliva of pubic lice during the bite.

4. Others

The main symptom of early pubic lice is itching of the perineum. Over time, papules and erythema may appear. In the early stage, most people do not pay attention to it or even do not treat it. Patients may accidentally see small black or red spots on their underwear. These are small blood spots where lice suck blood. If lice are found in the pubic area, they should be treated immediately. If pubic lice are not treated for a long time, it may lead to lice. People with a history of contact with patients with pubic lice or who often travel, swim, bathe in public baths, and people with a large number of mobile populations should pay attention to the sudden appearance of the above symptoms. Observe carefully to find lice.