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Ovide, a newer medication containing malathion, appears to be effective in treating patients with permethrin-resistant lice.
No, brake fluid is not a sensible treatment for pubic lice.
no. you can only get lice from coming into contact with fabric or another material that is infected with lice.
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There is no vaccination available for pubic lice or other lice infestations. Prevention by avoiding sex with an affected person is the best way to prevent pubic lice.
There are various scholarly articles and studies published on lice and clothing that discuss topics such as prevention methods, transmission risks, and treatment options. Additionally, there are educational resources available from organizations such as the CDC and academic institutions that provide information and recommendations on dealing with lice infestations related to clothing.
An alternative treatment for head lice is tea tree oil, sometimes called melaleuca oil. Tea tree oil appears to work well in treating head lice that have developed resistance to other preparations.
Pubic lice is not a reportable disease, and so reliable data on prevalence is not available.