Typical Symptoms

• Itching of the pubic area is the main symptom.
• Pubic hair contains gray bugs (lice) 1/16-inch long, that move quickly, and are difficult to see.
• Nits (white or tan eggs) cemented to hair shafts near the skin (usually within 1/2 inch or 12 mm). Unlike dandruff or sand, nits can't be shaken off the hair shafts.