Pubic lice nest found in man's eye in Ninh Binh

GĐXH - Doctors discovered hundreds of adult pubic lice, many live larvae with cocoons densely packed under the eyelashes.

Recently, a representative of Hoa Lu Eye Hospital ( Ninh Binh province) said that the hospital had just received and treated a patient with hundreds of pubic lice parasitizing and nesting on his eyelids.

It is known that this is a rare case that was received and treated at this hospital. The patient is Mr. LQH (63 years old). Before coming to the hospital, the patient had severe itching in the left eye area, a feeling of heaviness in the eyelids, and severe itching and irritation at night.

Image of lice swarming on a man's eyes in Ninh Binh. Photo: BVCC

After examining under a microscope, the doctor discovered hundreds of adult pubic lice, many live larvae with dense cocoons under the eyelashes. The left eyelid was severely inflamed, with ulcers on the eyelid mucosa and eyelashes falling out.

The doctor examined the pubic lice under a microscope and disinfected both eyes to remove the eggs and parasites. The patient was also prescribed medication to use at home.

Pubic lice, also known as eyelash lice, groin lice, etc., are blood-sucking insects that live and reproduce mainly in moist, hidden places such as the groin, armpits, eyelids, etc. Pubic lice are smaller than other types of lice, and appear in many places, especially in families that often raise dogs, cats, buffaloes, and cows. When parasitizing on the human body, they will suck the host's blood to live and develop.

Pubic lice cause itching, discomfort, and greatly affect the quality of life. To completely treat this disease, it is necessary to completely remove adult lice, larvae, and maintain personal hygiene, clean clothes, and clean bedding to avoid recurrence.

Doctors also recommend that when people have long-term itchy eyes, they should go to ophthalmology facilities for examination, detection and timely treatment.

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