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How can i tell if my child has head lice? my child is home-schooled. what should i be looking for when it comes to head lice?
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Lice: A person with head lice may have no symptoms. The most common symptom is itching. There may be a crawling or movement sensation on the scalp. A person may develop sores from scratching. Scratching can be significant enough to prevent good sleep.
Answered 10/19/2018
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