Types of Head Lice Treatments

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 Though there are several remedies to cure it, lice cannot be destroyed with a single treatment. You need to undergo a step by step treatment to get rid of the lice.

Treatments to Cure Head Lice

Before starting with any of the treatment it is essential to make note of its duration. Improper use may lead to some other side effects. Maintaining personal hygiene and cleanliness is the initial step to get rid of the lice. The combs, towels, hair brushes and pillows should not be shared by any other person. These things of the affected person should be washed thoroughly with boiling water. Not only the affected person, but also other family members should maintain proper cleanliness in order to put an end to the spread of lice among others in the family. Some of the types of head lice treatments are given below:

Use a Preferable Shampoo

There are several shampoos available in the market that can destroy both: eggs as well as hatched eggs. However make sure to do a standard study about it and then select the product. You should discuss the shampoo with any of your friends or relatives. The product you select should have a second phase of treatment, preferably 8 to 10 days after the initial treatment.

Becoming Bald

You can become bald or trim your hair extremely short to help prevent further production of lice or eggs. However, this treatment may not prove to be good for all children as it may result in psychological effects among kids. Those who do not wish to completely shave their head can shave the upper area of their neck and the area that is behind and above their ears, thus leaving the upper portion of the head.

Combing Technology

Wet combing is the best way to remove the lice. A proper fine comb should be selected for this procedure. The maximum gap between each the teeth of the comb must not exceed 0.4 millimeters. The instructions given below will help you to understand the best way to comb your hair that will help eradicate the head lice.

·         Remove all the tangles and knots present in the hair. Make your hair wet and apply a suitable hair conditioner as this will help relieve the hair tangles easily.

·         Start combing your hair from its root till the hair end and after every single attempt check your comb and wash it thoroughly. With the help of a toothbrush you should remove the nits and eggs that are stuck in your comb.

·         Repeat the entire procedure thrice and rinse your hair thoroughly

·         Repetition of this procedure every day or every alternative day for a period of 14 to 15 days will eradicate approximately 98% of lice production from your hair.

It is advisable to select any of the above head lice treatments only after complete diagnosis for lice as some of the treatments may result in side effects.

 

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