How to Get Rid of Crabs (Pubic Lice)
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Pubic lice are tiny insects that live on humans, usually in the pubic hair. They are passed on through close body contact, such as when having sex.
In this video, you'll find out more about pubic lice, including the symptoms, how it gets tested and treatments.
Design and video production by Cáit Hanstock, Georgia Townsend, and the team at Wowvi.
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00:00 - 00:29 - Introduction to Dr Krishna and the sexual health series 00:34 - 00:55 - What are pubic lice? 00:56 - 01:13 - What are the symptoms of pubic lice? 01:14 - 01:30 - How do you treat pubic lice?
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