Human Head Lice
Human Head Lice Causes
Body-to-body or head-to-head contact Close ranges of stored belongings Sharing personal belongings Contact with infected furniture
Human Head Lice Definition
These are parasitic insects that are tiny and wingless that resides and feed on blood from the scalp. Head lice are a very common problem that affects children and can be a major nuisance in the household.
Human Head Lice Diagnosis
The doctor uses a special light called the Wood's light where in the lice eggs appear pale blue. Using s fine-toothed brush for stroking the hair to find lice eggs.
Human Head Lice Symptoms and Signs
Unnerving sensation of tickling Irritability Extreme itching and red, small bumps Lice found in the scalp Lice eggs found in the hair shafts
Human Head Lice Treatment
Over the counter medications to kill lice Prescription medications: malathion (ovide), lindane