crab lice
Intimate area infestation
Crab lice are tiny parasitic insects that infest human pubic hair, causing intense itching.
Named for their crab-like appearance under magnification, they spread through sexual contact or shared bedding.
Also called pubic lice or simply crabs: He picked up crabs from a one-night stand.
Organism feeding on host externally
- nitsLice before hatching
- eggsReproductive cells in shells
- louseWingless biting parasite
- bloodsuckerOrganism feeding on plasma
host · life cycle · exoskeleton · molting · instar · nymph · adult · attachment
Irritating skin sensation
- scratchingRaking with nails
- pruritusMedical term for itching
- irritationMild anger or inflammation
- rednessCrimson-hued state
inflammation · burning · tingling · rash · discomfort · soreness · tenderness · restlessness
Synthetic bug-killing compound
- pyrethrinPlant-based insect toxin
- ivermectinAntiparasitic medication for worms
- nit combTool for removing lice
- insecticideToxic agent targeting pests
medicated shampoo · fine-tooth comb · topical · prescription · over-the-counter · retreatment · decontamination · hot wash
Passed during sex
- venerealRelated to sexual transmission
- sexual healthCare of intimate functions
- genitalOf sex organs
- infectionPathogen invasion causing illness
transmission · STD · chlamydia · gonorrhea · herpes · syphilis · contact tracing · screening
ectoparasite
Organism feeding on host externally
bloodsucker · host · life cycle · exoskeleton · molting · instar · nymph · adult · attachment · feeding
itching
Irritating skin sensation
- scratchingRaking with nails
- pruritusMedical term for itching
- irritationMild anger or inflammation
redness · inflammation · burning · tingling · rash · discomfort · soreness · tenderness · restlessness · fidgeting
permethrin
Synthetic bug-killing compound
- pyrethrinPlant-based insect toxin
- ivermectinAntiparasitic medication for worms
- nit combTool for removing lice
insecticide · medicated shampoo · fine-tooth comb · topical · prescription · over-the-counter · retreatment · decontamination · hot wash · bedding
sexually transmitted
Passed during sex
- venerealRelated to sexual transmission
- sexual healthCare of intimate functions
- genitalOf sex organs
infection · transmission · STD · chlamydia · gonorrhea · herpes · syphilis · contact tracing · screening · clinic
safe sex
Precautionary intimate practices
- condomContraceptive sheath worn internally
- hygienePractices maintaining cleanliness
- abstinenceVoluntary forgoing of indulgences
- licehead louse, body louse, nit, nits, egg
- parasitestapeworm, roundworm, pinworm, hookworm, fleas