may take time to appear after exposure.
Possible signs include:
- Itching or irritation in the pubic area or other affected areas
- Small lice or eggs, known as nits, attached to hairs
- Tiny spots of blood or dark specks in underwear
- Skin irritation or marks from scratching
Nits may look like tiny pale, grayish, or yellowish specks firmly attached to individual hairs. Unlike loose flakes of skin or dandruff, they do not brush away easily. However, nits can be difficult to distinguish from other particles, and their presence alone may not
