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My doctor thinks i have lice but i don't. what should i do?

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Look for nits: Nits are found sticking to individual hairs. They look like tiny bits of rounded clear plastic. These are the eggs of the lice and need to be combed out with a fine tooth comb.

Answered 4/26/2016

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Lice: Treatment of lice requires accurate identification of nits & / or lice. A pediculicide is usually used. There are over the counter products like nix (permethrin) or rid or prescription medications like lindane or malathion. You work carefully through the hair and remove the individual nits. You can purchase a special lice nit comb to aid you. Check for nits & remove as seen over the next 7 to 10 days. If >>.

Answered 9/29/2016

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