Sounds like pubic lice, a.k.a. pubic louse, a.k.a. crabs. You should definitely see a doctor to make sure. Don't be embarrassed, its ALWAYS better to be secure in the knowledge that nothing's wrong than not know when you might have something serious.
2006-12-06 16:31:16
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answered by Todd D 3
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You could have the crabs. Light your pubic hair on fire and see if anything runs out. If it does, quickly stab with ice pick. If you don't want to do that, go to the drug store and ask the pharmacist. There's over the counter stuff for crabs, a simple powder. Take the bug with you. Somehow I don't think that's what it is, but I think the crab powder will take care of most things. Black flag makes a crack and crevice spray, but I don't know if it should be applied to skin. You might just have a weird looking hair ball. Soak it in water and check it with a magnifying glass. I seriously doubt if you need to see a doctor.
2006-12-06 16:33:14
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answered by Kim 4
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Sounds like crabs.
find out how to treat it here:
http://menshealth.about.com/cs/stds/a/crabs.htm
see pictures here
http://www.healthac.org/images/crabs.html
TREATMENT:
There are a number of medications available from your drug store without a prescription, Permethrin 1% crème rinse is one of the most common, will kill the lice. One application is all it takes. Read the instructions carefully and follow the them.
The usual procedure is to wash your pubic hair, dry the area then apply the crème rinse and leave it on for 10 minutes. Rinse off with water and dry with a clean towel. Because the dead lice may still be attached to the hair shafts it is a good idea to comb the area with a fine tooth comb but you can remove them with your nails. Lice in the eyebrows and eyelashes should be picked out with your finger tips or with the fine toothed comb. Do not use the chemical anywhere near your eyes or your mouth.
A prescription medication, called Lindane (1%) is also available to treat pubic lice. Lindane is not recommended for pregnant or nursing women, or for children less than 2 years old.
2006-12-06 16:20:56
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answered by Caitlin 5
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They call them "crabs" because of their crablike appearance, though technically they are PUBIC LICE. They are parasites and feed on blood (much like usual head lice), AND they're transmitted through physical contact. Maybe you came into contact with another person who has them, or maybe by wearing clothes of another who has crabs. I suggest buying anti-lice shampoo somewhere, even if it is just for head lice (according to the internet it can be cured this way). Those buggers won't leave you voluntarily.
2006-12-06 16:37:51
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answered by Ms. V 1
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It is probably a CRAB.. Look on the internet again for pictures of a crab.. They are rathe small and they almost immediately lay their eggs in the pubic hair.... that is anothe way of knowing if it is a CRAB
2006-12-06 16:19:58
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answered by Anonymous
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If you can see it well enough to describe it, it probably did not bring the family.
2006-12-06 17:10:26
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answered by m c 5
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you can take it to the doctor or start a nice collection =)
2006-12-06 16:20:59
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answered by Anonymous
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My dear, you have crabs. You need to see your gynecologist as soon as possible.
2006-12-06 16:20:24
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answered by Anonymous
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