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Does itching help kill head lice?
No. The itching is the by product of the lice. You need to go to the drug store and by a shampoo just for killing lice. You will have to use it several times before you get them all.
How soon after coming in contact with someone with lice does your head start itching?
This is what I can tell you from my expert experience. Your head may itch only after you have had head to head contact,or shared brushes, hats or combs with someone with head lice. This is how head lice is passed. They don't fly or jump but they do crawl Fast!! If your head itches and you have been in close contact with someone with lice you may need to call an expert. My Hair Helpers is trained to help detect head lice. Don't wait until you have a full infestation to call an expert!
What causes the itching from lice infestations?
The itching is an allergic reaction to a toxin in the saliva of the lice.
How can you be sure head lice are gone?
The best way to ensure all of the head lice are gone is having a nurse (or doctor) check the head in question. There's always a small chance the medication hasn't been completely effective, thus a human examination is the best way to go. Additional information can be found in the "related links" section below.
What are the symptoms of lice?
Head becomes very irritated bites from lice may cause pain, most lice are around the hairline and in the part.The most common is itching or discomfort in the hairy parts of your body
What happens when you get lice?
If you get head lice your head starts itching but they are not dangerous at all but they may cause head sores
Does sulfur help kill head lice?
Yes
What do lice do to humans hair?
No they are not harmful, they are just a nuisance. They spread very quickly and are hard to get rid of.Lice are known to carry diseases. As long as you are near a hospital with modern medicine, you should be alright
What is prediculosis capitis?
Pediculosis capitis is a medical term for head lice infestation. It is a common condition in children and is caused by the presence of parasitic insects (lice) that feed on blood from the scalp. Symptoms include itching and visible lice or eggs (nits) in the hair. Treatment usually involves over-the-counter or prescription medicated shampoos to kill the lice and eggs.
Can taking a bath in epsom salt help with pubic lice?
From what ive heard, I dont think so. You should probably buy a certain product like lice shampoo to get rid of pubic lice.
Do head lice carry diseases?
Head lice are currently being considered as vectors (able to carry disease). At the moment though there is nothing to prove that lice can carry or transmit virus or disease to humans, they are simply annoying!
Does your behavior change when you have pubic lice?
Pubic lice can cause itching, but have no other behavioral effects.
