Lice are parasitic insects that can be found on people’s heads and bodies, including the pubic area.
Head lice are parasitic insects that usually live on your scalp.
Body lice are parasitic insects that feed on human blood.
Pubic lice, also known as "crab" lice, are parasitic insects found in the pubic or genital area.
Treatment and Care
You can treat lice with either over-the-counter or prescription medications.
Treat pubic lice with a lice-killing lotion or mousse available over-the-counter.
Both over-the-counter and prescription medications are available to effectively treat head lice.
Caring for Patients with Pubic Lice
You can treat pubic lice with a lice-killing lotion containing 1% permethrin or a mousse containing...
Providing Care for Individuals with Head Lice
Helpful information on how to care for individuals with head lice, including information for schools...
View these scientific publications for additional information on lice.