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There's a head lice and nits on my hair. help! can medicine make it disappear? or anything?
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Nits: use permethrin shampoo and nit comb this is easily treatable.
Answered 6/22/2015
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Don't panic: Tx of lice requires accurate identification of nits & lice. A pediculicide is usually used- OTC like Nix 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.
Answered 11/3/2018
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