Question 1

how could i get head lice and nits off of my head?

Accepted Answer

Goodbye lice: Tx of lice requires accurate identification of nits & / or lice.  A pediculicide is usually used- otc like nix (permethrin) or rid or prescription meds like lindane or malathion. Work carefully through hair & remove individual nits. Purchase a special lice nit comb to aid you. Check for nits & remove as seen over the next  7 to 10 days. If there are nits after 7 to 10 days – a 2nd pediculicide tx may be needed.

Question 2

how do i get head lice and nits off of my friends head?

Accepted Answer

Pediculocide, comb: A pediculocide, like nix (permethrin) or rid is applied.  Follow directions exactly!  this will kill the lice-but it's not immediate.  Next, use a nit comb (i like the lice meister) and comb through each section of hair.  Rinse the comb off after each stroke, to remove any lice/nits in the teeth. Use the nit comb daily x 7 days.  Some pediulocide should be reapplied in 7 days.

Question 3

can you get body lice from having head lice travel downwards?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Can spread to neck area and can rarely self inoculate. Treatment is same topical medications.

Question 4

can there be any other way to get rid of lice than shaving you head?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Tx of lice requires accurate identification of nits & / or lice.  A pediculicide is usually used- otc like nix (permethrin) or rid or prescription meds like lindane or malathion. Work carefully through hair & remove individual nits. Purchase a special lice nit comb to aid you. Check for nits & remove as seen over the next  7 to 10 days. If there are nits after 7 to 10 days – a 2nd pediculicide tx may be needed.

Question 5

what dept would be best to get a recheck for head lice to be sure its gone? dermatology?

Accepted Answer

You should be able: to look at home to make sure the nits/lice are gone. If you're not sure, then call your own doctor (if for your child, their pediatrician). If you're a teacher, or if this is for your child, the school nurse can help.There are also professional "nitpickers" who just deal with lice and getting rid of lice. A dermatologist is not necessary for this.

Question 6

i have small black bug in my hair and it's not lice how can i get ride of it my head is itchy?

Accepted Answer

Bug in hair: Possible tick. Please see a health care professional to have it removed.  The can carry various types of infections that can linger.  Peace and good health.

Question 7

possible to get head lice at hair salon- if stylist uses same combs and cape on me that were used on others all day?

Accepted Answer

Unlikely: there tools are treated between each client so you are getting a clean, if not sterile combs and clean cape.

Question 8

can you get head lice from animals?

Accepted Answer

No: Head lice are an only human issue. Animals and or other bugs do not carry them.

Question 9

could children get head lice from farm animals?

Accepted Answer

No: Head lice are a human only problem. There are no animal  or insect species as carriers.

Question 10

how does head lice get transferred from person to person?

Accepted Answer

Sharing: Head lice can be transmitted from one individual to another by direct scalp-to-scalp contact, sharing hair brushes or other hair accessories, and by coming in contact with bedding or cushions that were in contact by an infected individual.  Follow the directions of your doctor closely to best eradicate the lice.

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