Phthirus pubis is the pubic louse. You can read more about lice here

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  • P. pubis
     

    Is generally transmitted by sharing combs

    Is seen mostly in females, as they often have long hair

    Is not seen among people of the upper socio-economic class

    Is generally transmitted during the sexual activity

    None of the above
 

 

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