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My 4 mo old grandson has had the same looking bug on and around his hair and head. they almost look like a termite clear body outline dark long body??
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Head lice: Good description.There are some over the counter treatments or you may want to have the doc confirm it and use some prescription meds.There are some varieties that have become resistant to the OTC products.
Answered 10/31/2014
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