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How To Get Rid Of Lice Naturally?
Pediculosis - pubic lice; Lice - pubic; Crabs
Treatment
Pubic lice are best treated with a prescription wash containing permethrin, such as Elimite or Kwell:
- Thoroughly work the shampoo into the pubic hair and surrounding area for at least 5 minutes.
- Rinse well.
- Comb the pubic hair with a fine-toothed comb to remove eggs (nits). Applying vinegar to pubic hair before combing may help loosen nits, but the hair should be dry when applying the shampoo.
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