Can you still get pubic lice even if you shave?

Question

IF you shave your pubic hair will you like still get pubic lice or crabs?? cuz i was thinkin of shavin it off so i wont get any of dat

Answer 1

They're often found around the genitals, but they can live in any part of the body with hair.

Over-the-counter lotions that contain the chemical permethrin such as Rid and Nix will get rid of the lice. After washing with the lotion, use a fine-toothed comb to comb out the crabs and their eggs (called nits). Your sexual partner(s) must be treated as well, and all clothing or bedding that may be infested must be washed in very hot water or dry-cleaned. In some cases, clothing, towels, or bedding may need to be washed a few times before they're completely lice-free.

If you don't seek treatment you're likely to pass pubic lice on to any sexual partners, or anyone else you're in close contact with.

If you don't already have crabs, then you really don't have anything to worry about. Since they can live anywhere on the body, shaving your genital area won't prevent you from getting them if you come in contact with someone who has them.

Answer 2

Shaving is proven to protect against pubic lice - since shaving of genital areas has becme widespread, there has been a sharp decline in the incidence of pubic lice.

Answer 3

theyr just lice in a different area, yes they can get on your head. as weird as it sounds, i had very long hair once when i got lice(on my head of course), i tried many home remedies like Vaseline and mayonnaise and such, but the only thing that finally worked was washing my hair with dog shampoo, that treats for lice, fleas, and ticks. i know it sounds weird, but it worked! maybe give it a try? good luck

Answer 4

Yes. They like pubic areas for the warmth, not the hair.

Answer 5

yes.