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A member asked:
What will happen if i scratch my scalp too much because of headlice?
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You open the skin: Scratching can actually open the skin surface to invasion by bacteria & could result in a significant scalp infection. It is best to keep the scalp as clean as possible with regular washing & avoid the temptation to scratch.
Answered 1/28/2013
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