Eradicating Penis Problems: Getting Rid Of Pubic Lice

Sometimes a man will be faced with an itch on his penis that takes things to the extreme, preventing him from keeping his hands away from his groin. That’s often the case with pubic lice, which is one of those penis problems that can make a man shudder just thinking about it. The good news is that with prompt and proper penile care, a man can quickly be on his way to healing from the itch and eradicating those little bugs.

What are public lice?

Pubic lice are extremely small parasites, measuring only about 2 millimeters long when fully grown. They are usually yellow, gray or red. They are so tiny that it is usually impossible to really see them, and a strong magnifying glass or microscope may be needed to confirm what they are. If a boy manages to see one, it will look like a sea crab. They’re similar to head lice, but they’re not the same: Pubic lice almost always end up in the groin area.

How does a guy get them?

Public lice are usually spread by skin-to-skin contact. Contact must be direct, so they are usually spread during sexual play. Using a condom does not stop the spread of lice, as they can stick to areas that the condom will not cover. Also, lice can be transmitted by fabrics that have been in contact with the nose, such as underwear or sheets. When there are lice on the sheets, for example, a man can get them just by getting into bed.

It is very important to remember that even someone with excellent penile care and general hygiene can easily get pubic lice. So just because someone “looks clean” doesn’t mean anything about whether they have pubic lice or other infections, for that matter.

How does a guy know he has them?

The first warning is the overwhelming itching, which can cause a man to scratch so much that it actually creates irritated skin and possibly even open sores. Another sign is a black powdery appearance on the underwear after removing it, or small spots of blood in the area. There may be bluish spots on the skin, almost like small bruises, that are the result of lice bites. Keep in mind that a man can be infected for several weeks before symptoms begin to appear.

Get rid of pubic lice

Public lice are difficult to eradicate, so getting a doctor involved is necessary. Prescription creams can be rubbed into the area which will kill the lice, and prescription shampoos will also work. But a man will still need to get rid of “nits” or lice eggs. Since these are usually attached to the hair, many men find that shaving their pubic hair helps a lot. But even if a man is clean shaven, he should use the prescription cream exactly as directed, since pubic lice are notoriously difficult to get rid of.

Lastly, all bedding or areas where sexual activity might have taken place, or even where a man might have sat naked, such as the sofa in his living room, should be thoroughly cleaned. This means caring for sheets and other bedding in very hot water, drying them on the hottest cycle, and using sprays designed to treat mattresses and other surfaces. The doctor can guide a man to the right products.

Throughout the process, the man must be careful to avoid other penile problems that often result from itching. A specially formulated penis health cream (Health professionals recommend Man 1 Man Oil, which is clinically proven to be gentle and safe on the skin.), used every day, is a great idea. Look for a cream with vitamins A, C, D, and E, all known for their healing properties. Also look for a cream with shea butter, which is known for its deep hydration that can ease some of the itching a man experiences when battling pubic lice.