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When to Seek Medical Care
Generally, pubic lice can be cured with an application of certain medications, but in some circumstances it may be necessary to seek a doctor's care.
Go to a doctor immediately if you think you may have an infection.
- One of the main concerns with pubic lice is that people often scratch incessantly, and this scratching can lead to a
secondary bacterial infection.
- When scratching is intense for long periods, the skin can be worn and broken.
- If you notice a large area of redness or pus in the area, you may have a skin infection.
- Other signs of a pubic infection include a fever, burning when you urinate, or a genital discharge.
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