Lice infestations. Medical search. Frequent questions

Head lice infestation, also known as pediculosis capitis, is the infection of the head hair and scalp by the head louse (Pediculus humanus capitis). (wikipedia.org)
Pediculosis (ie, louse infestation) dates back to prehistory. (medscape.com)
Female sex, pruritus on the head and indifference regarding infestation were shown to be risk factors for pediculosis. (scielo.br)
Pediculosis is the name given to infestation by the ectoparasite Pediculus humanus capitis (De Geer, 1778), commonly known as the head louse. (scielo.br)
Epidemiología de la pediculosis capitis en América Latina. (scielo.br)
Pediculosis may be asymptomatic, especially in cases of mild infestation. (scielo.br)
This study was carried out to determine cluster according to the population of the the prevalence of pediculosis capitis and school, the number of students in the sample some of the factors affecting infestation was determined and students were selected among pupils in primary schools in Kerman using simple random sampling at all levels. (who.int)

Infestations are only considered extinct if nits are more than 0.25 inches away from the scalp and nymphs and adult lice are absent. (wikipedia.org)
You'll most likely find nits if you find any evidence of head lice on your scalp. (healthline.com)
Head lice are not known to spread disease, but they can bite the scalp and cause itching, which can lead to scratching and sores. (virginia.gov)
Head lice infestation is diagnosed by finding a live, crawling louse on the scalp or hair of a person. (virginia.gov)
If no nymphs or adults are seen, and the only nits found are more than ¼ inch from the scalp, then the infestation is probably old and no longer active and does not need to be treated. (virginia.gov)
Head lice infest the hair and scalp. (msdmanuals.com)
A child is diagnosed with a head louse infestation if a living louse is found on the scalp. (head-louse.net)
Though louse eggs are laid on the base of the hair, usually 3 mm from the skin, the nits which remain behind after the new louse left the egg, move away from the scalp as the human hair grows at a rate of about 1 cm per month (Fig. 4). (head-louse.net)
In general, louse eggs found more than 0.5 mm from the scalp are unlikely to be viable (14, 15, 16). (head-louse.net)
Nobody should be treated with a pediculicide unless living lice were found on the scalp. (head-louse.net)
Unlike the chemical treatments that are offered for lice removal, the oil does not cause a burning sensation to the scalp. (readcdn.com)
Extreme scratching, itchy scalp and inflamed spots on head, neck or ears are some revealing signs of lice symptoms. (licecomb.com)
Head lice are tiny insects that infest the human scalp. (nitpickyusa.com)
After getting rid of head lice from the scalp, it's crucial to clean your house. (nitpickyusa.com)
Lice and eggs can fall off the scalp and embed themselves in these areas. (nitpickyusa.com)
Brushes and combs come into direct contact with the scalp and can harbor head lice. (nitpickyusa.com)
When dealing with a lice infestation, it's not only the scalp that needs attention but also the environment, especially a child's bedroom. (nitpickyusa.com)
Itching, scabbing on scalp may signal presence of head lice. (go.com)
Aside from itching and scabbing on the scalp because of scratching, most parents discover lice on their children when the school nurse sends home a note about an outbreak. (go.com)
The responses were analyzed and correlated with positivity to louse infestation, detected by scalp aspiration. (scielo.br)
Approval was supported in part by a double-blind, phase 2 trial in 50 patients with active head lice infestation who were randomized to receive a single treatment of abametapir lotion or vehicle (control) applied to scalp and hair for 10 minutes. (medscape.com)

The condition is diagnosed by finding live lice and unhatched eggs in the hair. (wikipedia.org)
Head lice can be spread as long as lice or eggs remain alive on the person with head lice or in their clothing. (virginia.gov)
Retreatment is generally recommended for some prescription and non-prescription (over-the-counter) drugs after 7-9 days in order to kill any surviving hatched lice before they produce new eggs. (virginia.gov)
The oldest known fossils of louse eggs (ie, nits) are approximately 10,000 years old. (medscape.com)
A mature female head louse lays 3-6 eggs, also called nits, per day. (medscape.com)
Body lice look similar but lay their eggs (nits) on clothing fibers instead of hair fibers. (medscape.com)
Body lice infest clothing, laying their eggs on fibers in the fabric seams. (medscape.com)
Head and pubic lice infest hair, laying their eggs at the base of hair fibers. (medscape.com)
Lice have a lifecycle, and their eggs (nits) are often resistant to treatment. (gypsyshoalsfarm.com)
Lice and their eggs can be found by looking through hair on the head or other parts of the body. (msdmanuals.com)
This photo shows eyelashes infested with a louse and eggs (nits). (msdmanuals.com)
The appearance of "eggs" several months after the last treatment can lead to a false positive diagnosis of infestation, as most people assume that if eggs are present the child must also have lice. (head-louse.net)
In fact, lice tend to prefer clean hair to lay their eggs in. (readcdn.com)
It is because shampoos can no doubt kill adult lice or adolescent lice but eggs are tougher, this is the reason one must use comb. (licecomb.com)
Applying treatment for lice, then dyeing and then also doing another treatment for eggs may considerably damage hair. (licecomb.com)
OWNHEALER Lice Comb [Pack of 3] - Fast Removal of Lice Eggs, Nits and Dandruff. (licecomb.com)
And though parents try their best to comb out their children's lice with their suyod , it is often not enough to remove lice that can lay up to 100 eggs in a lifetime. (iwaydiaries.com)
Items like hair brushes, bedding, and even car seats may still harbor lice and eggs. (nitpickyusa.com)
Lice can survive for a short period without a human host, and their nits (eggs) can remain on various surfaces, waiting to hatch. (nitpickyusa.com)
Lindane shampoo is a prescription medication that can kill lice and lice eggs. (cdc.gov)
Farm salmon produced 97% of louse eggs at high levels (eight ovigerous lice per fish), and 78% at low levels (one per fish). (licebase.org)
You can easily tell the difference between lice and dandruff because dandruff is easily removed from hair, whereas nits, or lice eggs, are firmly attached. (go.com)
A doctor can diagnose pthiriasis by removing adult lice or lice eggs from pubic hair. (medicalnewstoday.com)
They may examine a hair sample under a microscope and search for lice eggs and other signs of parasitic infestation. (medicalnewstoday.com)
A doctor can physically remove lice and lice eggs if the infestation is relatively mild. (medicalnewstoday.com)
A doctor may prescribe a medicated shampoo called lindane that kills adult lice and their eggs. (medicalnewstoday.com)
Drying laundry with high heat also helps kill lice and eggs. (medicalnewstoday.com)
Biologists have invented a chemical-free, hairdryer-like device - the LouseBuster - and conducted a study showing it eradicates head lice infestations on children by exterminating the eggs, or "nits," and killing enough lice to prevent them from reproducing. (scienceblog.com)
The LouseBuster is particularly effective because it kills louse eggs, which chemical treatments have never done very well," said Dale Clayton, a University of Utah biologist who led the research and co-invented the machine. (scienceblog.com)
Convenient spot treatment for fast -acting, long-lasting, triple action control of fleas, flea eggs, ticks and chewing lice. (medi-vet.com)

The use of a louse comb is the most effective way to detect living lice. (wikipedia.org)
[ 1 ] Lice have been so ubiquitous that related terms and phrases such as "lousy," "nit-picking," and "going over things with a fine-tooth comb" are part of everyday vocabulary. (medscape.com)
A flea comb used for finding fleas on dogs that is available at any pet store is really helpful in finding lice. (vin.com)
Wherever possible a louse comb should be used for the diagnosis of a head louse infestation. (head-louse.net)
The louse comb should be drawn down from the roots to the ends of the hair with every stroke, while towards the end of the combing the comb should be directed towards the examining person to prevent lice falling from the comb. (head-louse.net)
After each stroke, the teeth of the comb should be checked for living lice, which should be removed by wiping the comb with a wet tissue paper. (head-louse.net)
An examination with a louse comb for the period of 5 min, or at least 20 passes with a louse comb should be sufficiently effective in detecting lice. (head-louse.net)
The combing should be discontinued when the first louse is seen between the teeth of the comb. (head-louse.net)
In case that the hair are long and in addition curly or frizzy, it is difficult and painful to use a louse comb. (head-louse.net)
Children who scratch their head continuously, those who supposedly come in contact with other presumably head-louse infested children or those who have nits on their heads, should be examined with a louse comb for few consecutive days and then one week later for living lice. (head-louse.net)
Combing the hair with a louse comb is 4-5 times more effective in the diagnosis of a louse infestation, and twice as fast as examination by hand (16, 18). (head-louse.net)
Permit the oils to sink in the hair shaft for a time and comb the lice and nits out using a fine tooth comb. (readcdn.com)
Rinse off and comb through from the root for the hair for the tip having a metal toothed lice brush. (readcdn.com)
Not until a friend with freshly washed hair asks if she can borrow your comb… The risk of infestation is therefore not completely excluded in the locker room either! (elimax.be)
Systematic use of a louse comb over the 10-day period during which the louse embryo in the egg completes its development can remedy an infestation. (chc.org)
If only a few live lice and nits are present, it may be possible to remove these with fingernails or a nit comb. (cdc.gov)

The head louse, Pediculus humanus capitis, has an elongated body and narrow anterior mouthparts. (medscape.com)
The 3 types of human lice include the head louse ( Pediculus humanus capitis) , the body louse ( Pediculus humanus corporis ), and the crab louse ( Pthirus pubis) . (medscape.com)
Presented here is an analysis of the paleoepidemiology of Pediculus humanus infestation from 146 mummies from the Chiribaya culture 1000-1250 AD of Southern Peru. (unl.edu)
Number of days needed to starve to death adult and nymphal clothes lice ( Pediculus humanus ) at 5 temperatures (10°C, 15°C, 24°C, 30°C, and 35°C), Ethiopia. (cdc.gov)
Pediculus capitis infestation according to sex and social factors in Argentina. (scielo.br)

You can become infected with head lice when the insects crawl onto your head. (healthline.com)

The anti-lice shampoo and lotion from Elimax not only kill lice and nits but also offer unique protection. (elimax.be)
Licealiz Anti-Lice shampoo conducts shampooing programs for students all over the Philippines. (iwaydiaries.com)
Subject who received an anti-lice treatment in the previous 2 months. (who.int)

Children are either teased, bullied or ignored for having head lice, which is a common cause for some of them to miss school. (iwaydiaries.com)

Persons diagnosed with an active infestation and usually their bedmates should be treated with a medicine that is effective against lice (called a pediculicide). (virginia.gov)
Abametapir , a metalloproteinase inhibitor and topical pediculicide, is indicated for head lice infestation in adults and children aged 6 months and older. (medscape.com)

[ 4 ] Overcrowding encourages the spread of lice. (medscape.com)
As soon as a lice infestation is suspected, isolate the affected birds from the rest of the flock to prevent the spread of lice. (gypsyshoalsfarm.com)

To make the diagnosis, live lice must be found. (wikipedia.org)
The presence of live lice indicates an active infestation while the presence of nits indicates a past or currently inactive infection with the potential to become active. (wikipedia.org)
Repeat treatment in 9-10 days if live lice are still found. (cdc.gov)

For wild, sea-run brown trout (Salmo trutta) smolts, the physiological consequences of abrupt transfer to seawater and simultaneous challenge with copepodid larvae of the sea louse, Lepeophtheirus salmonis (Kroyer, 1837), were investigated in the laboratory. (nofima.no)
The sea louse (Lepeophtheirus salmonis Krøyer) is a major health problem for both farmed and wild salmonids. (licebase.org)
The use of lumpfish (Cyclopterus lumpus L.) to control sea lice (Lepeophtheirus salmonis Krøyer) infestations in intensively farmed Atlantic salmon (Salmo salar L. (crossref.org)
The efficacy of lumpfish to control Lepeophtheirus salmonis infestations on farmed Atlantic salmon: A review. (crossref.org)
Pert CC, Wallace IS, MacDonald P, Ives SC, Murray AG, Rabe B (2023) Infestation rates of lice Lepeophtheirus salmonis and Caligus elongatus on Atlantic salmon in fixed and towed sentinel cages. (int-res.com)

It's a good idea to check everyone in the household for signs of lice every few days. (healthline.com)
Regularly inspect your chickens for signs of lice, such as feather loss, itching, or irritated skin. (gypsyshoalsfarm.com)

Noticeable lice effects, consistent across all measured markers, were not observed until L. salmonis developed to the mobile preadult and adult stages. (nofima.no)
Piecewise linear statistical approaches allowed the determination of abrupt changes in these physiological markers, attributable to the intensity of L. salmonis infestation on individual fish, and identification of overall threshold lice burdens. (nofima.no)

Pthiriasis refers to a Phthirus pubis or pubic lice infestation. (medicalnewstoday.com)

A louse (a single adult) is about the size of a sesame seed. (healthline.com)
Adult lice move quickly. (healthline.com)
That would be 20,000 large adult lice, laid out top to tail. (mirror.co.uk)
Adult lice live for up to 30 days. (mirror.co.uk)
Accordingly, if no living lice are detected using an accurate method of detection, the child or adult should be considered negative for head louse infestation. (head-louse.net)
The presence of nits, nymphs or adult students, using the formula lice in the hair were the criteria for diagno- sis of head louse infestation. (who.int)

Doctors can recommend a medicated shampoo, cream, or lotion to kill head lice. (virginia.gov)
As a part of their Kilusang Kontra Kuto effort to raise awareness about lice infestation issues in the Philippines, Licealiz Head Lice Treatment Shampoo will be conducting Nationwide Oplan Alis Kuto in Cebu , travelling to different schools and barangays all over the city to educate communities on lice prevention and treatment by arranging shampooing programs and activities for students and parents. (iwaydiaries.com)

It's used to treat lice in people who are 6 years old or older. (healthline.com)

Humans can also become infected with two other lice - the body louse and the crab louse. (wikipedia.org)
Other lice that infest humans are the body louse and the crab louse (aka pubic lice). (wikipedia.org)

Pubic lice ("crabs"), which primarily infest the hairs in the genital and anal areas, are typically spread among adolescents and adults by sexual contact. (msdmanuals.com)

It has been indicated that keeping the fish away from the surface layer will potentially reduce lice infestation. (sintef.no)

The study demonstrates the modern parasitological axiom that 10% of the population harbors 70% of the parasites holds true for ancient louse infestation. (unl.edu)
Poultry lice, also known as chicken lice, are tiny parasites that can wreak havoc on a chicken flock if left unchecked. (gypsyshoalsfarm.com)
In this article, we will delve into what poultry lice are, how chickens become infested, effective treatment methods, and strategies for preventing these pesky parasites from causing harm. (gypsyshoalsfarm.com)
Dust baths help chickens naturally control lice by allowing them to coat themselves in fine dust, which suffocates and dislodges the parasites. (gypsyshoalsfarm.com)
Lice are parasites because they live by sucking a person's blood. (msdmanuals.com)
ABSTRACT: Sea lice are a key limitation to sustainable salmon aquaculture, and effective monitoring strategies are critical for the management of these parasites. (int-res.com)

Two types of chemicals are commonly used in OTC head lice treatment . (healthline.com)
What is the treatment for head lice infestation? (virginia.gov)
Use an effective head louse treatment. (virginia.gov)
All clothing, bed linens, and other items that a person infested with lice used during the two days before treatment should be washed using the hot water laundry cycle and the high heat drying cycle. (virginia.gov)
Louse infestation remains a major problem throughout the world, making the diagnosis and treatment of louse infestation a common task in general medical practice. (medscape.com)
Discover what poultry lice are, how they infest chickens, treatment options, and prevention strategies to keep your flock healthy. (gypsyshoalsfarm.com)
Prompt and effective treatment is essential to control and eliminate poultry lice infestations. (gypsyshoalsfarm.com)
It's crucial to repeat the treatment process after a certain period to ensure that any newly hatched lice are also eliminated. (gypsyshoalsfarm.com)
Treatment of lice usually involves shampoos, creams, or lotions and sometimes decontamination of clothing and bedding. (msdmanuals.com)
The lice oil therapy is the most natural, safe treatment ready. (readcdn.com)
Most people who have used hair dying treatment for stopping lice infestation have claimed varied results. (licecomb.com)
Licealiz invites everyone to join the Kilusang Kontra Kuto in changing the public's perception about kuto infestation and spreading correct information regarding head lice prevention and treatment. (iwaydiaries.com)
For more information on head lice prevention and treatment, visit Licealiz's Facebook page at www.facebook.com/licealiz . (iwaydiaries.com)
Lice clinics, like the NitPickyUSA, offer professional head lice treatment. (nitpickyusa.com)
By cleaning your home after a lice treatment, you ensure that any lice without a host die, preventing them from finding a new one. (nitpickyusa.com)
Getting facts from reliable sources, like a lice treatment clinic, can help you better understand and manage lice infestations. (nitpickyusa.com)
Both over-the-counter and prescription medications are available for treatment of pubic lice infestations. (cdc.gov)
however, malathion lotion (Ovide*) currently has not been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for treatment of pubic ("crab") lice. (cdc.gov)
however, only topical ivermectin lotion currently is approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for treatment of lice. (cdc.gov)
Oral ivermectin is not FDA-approved for treatment of lice. (cdc.gov)
Warning: See special instructions for treatment of lice and nits on eyebrows or eyelashes. (cdc.gov)
To kill any lice or nits remaining on clothing, towels, or bedding, machine-wash and machine-dry those items that the infested person used during the 2-3 days before treatment. (cdc.gov)
If additional treatment is needed for lice or nits on the eyelashes, careful application of ophthalmic-grade petrolatum ointment (only available by prescription) to the eyelid margins 2-4 times a day for 10 days is effective. (cdc.gov)
Farming activities like sea lice treatment will become more complicated offshore, especially if sites rely on cleanerfish to sustainably de-louse fish. (thefishsite.com)
A 9-year-old girl died after being infected with lice without treatment. (sivtelegram.media)
Head lice clinic for lice removal treatment. (licecharmers.com)
Answers from a lice treatment pro. (licecharmers.com)
There is a lack of sustainability in salmon aquaculture due to increased lice infestation pressure on wild stocks, as well as negative environmental impacts in the release of treatment chemical after topical de-lousing or from orally-treated fish. (sintef.no)
Killing of sea lice dipping fish through oil layer containing treatment drug. (sintef.no)
Combinations of oil thicknesses and concentrations of cypermethrin (a commonly used lice treatment drug) were tested by dipping anaesthetized fish through the layer. (sintef.no)
The researchers reported an 80 percent kill rate that was high enough to prevent remaining lice from breeding - possibly due to stress or sterilization - so virtually all subjects were cured of head lice when examined one week following treatment with the LouseBuster. (scienceblog.com)
Annual U.S. sales of anti-louse shampoos exceed $160 million, yet the shampoos are not very effective at killing nits, requiring repeat treatment. (scienceblog.com)
An older 2007 study compared a synthetic compound against tea tree, coconut, peppermint, and lavender oils for lice treatment. (healthline.com)
It also works as an ideal treatment against chewing lice on your dog as well. (lcsupply.com)

Lindane is a chlorinated hydrocarbon pesticide , currently used in prescription shampoos and lotions to treat scabies and lice infestations. (cdc.gov)

The pubic louse, Pthirus pubis, is identified by its wide crablike body. (medscape.com)
The pubic louse, or "crab," is morphologically distinct from the other 2. (medscape.com)

Nymphs (immature lice) hatch from the nits after 8-9 days, reach maturity in 9-12 days, and live as adults for about 30 days. (medscape.com)

As a result, lice-killing treatments are more often used on non-infested than infested children. (wikipedia.org)
There are several head lice treatments available. (healthline.com)
Some of the major treatments for head lice are described below. (healthline.com)
There are both over-the-counter (OTC) and prescription head lice treatments . (healthline.com)
Prescription lice treatments may also include other chemicals. (healthline.com)
Many strains of lice have grown resistant to chemical killers, but they can still be removed by combing, or suffocation with special treatments . (mirror.co.uk)
Are head lice treatments becoming ineffective? (mirror.co.uk)
Lice clinics offer professional treatments and deep cleaning services. (nitpickyusa.com)
Treatments for lice have included chemical shampoos, louse combs and home remedies. (scienceblog.com)

Accordingly, when the diagnosis of head louse infestation is based on the presence of nits, 1-2 out of 3 children will be treated without justification. (head-louse.net)
Many examinations for head lice are being done by direct visual examination by hand, and the diagnosis of louse infestation is mainly based on the presence of nits. (head-louse.net)

In each species, the female louse is slightly larger than her male counterpart. (medscape.com)
Applying data for ovigerous female louse infections and fecundity, the sources and risks of larval transmission to wild salmon and sea trout were modelled. (licebase.org)

Different species of lice prefer to feed on certain locations on the body of the host. (medscape.com)
Three species of lice inhabit different parts of the body. (msdmanuals.com)
Fortunately, lice are species specific so cattle lice do not infect people or other species of animals. (vin.com)
Detection of some species of lice and ticks infestation on local buffalo in Mosul city', Iraqi Journal of Veterinary Sciences , 32(2), pp. 43-50. (vetmedmosul.com)
in a mini-review, scientists have argued whether body and head lice represent a single species with two ecotypes or two distinct species. (scielo.br)

The head louse ( Pediculous humanus capitus ) is one of three types of lice that can infest people. (virginia.gov)
All types of lice infestation occur worldwide. (msdmanuals.com)
Three types of lice infest the body. (msdmanuals.com)

A lice-killing lotion containing 1% permethrin or a mousse containing pyrethrins and piperonyl butoxide can be used to treat pubic ("crab") lice. (cdc.gov)

It thus remains very in order to find permanent head lice remedy. (readcdn.com)
Looking for a remedy to control lice? (elimax.be)
However, a proper lice remedy should be applied before hair dyeing. (licecomb.com)

Lice are barely visible wingless insects that infest a person's head, body, or pubic area. (msdmanuals.com)

How can you tell if your child has lice? (go.com)
If you or your child has lice, rosemary oil may still not be effective enough to treat it. (healthline.com)

Less common ways to spread head lice are by indirect contact with shared objects, such as combs, brushes, hats, or other personal items. (virginia.gov)
The infestation is spread by close personal contact and possibly by shared combs, brushes, hats, and other personal items. (msdmanuals.com)
Metal combs are more suitable than some plastic combs, which during use could produce static electricity and propel lice from the head of the infested individual to the examining person. (head-louse.net)
Although they can be spread directly from person to person, they can also be spread from things like combs, couches, and beddings of the lice infested child. (licecomb.com)
Because lice spread from head-to-head contact, your child should not share hat, scarves, helmets, headphones, combs or brushes with friends or classmates. (go.com)

Body lice can be found on clothing and they are not known to burrow into the skin. (wikipedia.org)
A mixed DNA profile of 2 hosts can be detectable in blood meals of body lice that have had close contact between an assailant and a victim. (medscape.com)
Head and body lice are similarly shaped, but the head louse is smaller. (medscape.com)
Head lice and pubic lice live directly on the person, whereas body lice live on clothing and bedding. (msdmanuals.com)
Body lice usually infest people who have poor hygiene, people who are living in cramped, crowded conditions (such as military barracks), and places with communal beds. (msdmanuals.com)
Body lice live on clothing and bedding that are in contact with the skin, not on people. (msdmanuals.com)
Epidemic Typhus Epidemic typhus is a rickettsial disease that is caused by Rickettsia prowazekii and spread by body lice and occasionally through contact with flying squirrels. (msdmanuals.com)
Body lice bites cause small, red, pinpoint holes in the skin. (msdmanuals.com)
The Biology and Taxonomy of Head and Body Lice-Implications for Louse-Borne Disease Prevention. (scielo.br)

Remove lice and nits from the household by vacuuming, storing, washing, or freezing objects suspected of being infested. (virginia.gov)

Due to the fact that this examination method is less effective in finding living lice, it should last for at least 10 min. (head-louse.net)

In cases of severe infestations, some chicken owners opt for giving their birds a gentle bath using mild shampoos or insecticidal soaps. (gypsyshoalsfarm.com)
Many parents dislike using insecticide shampoos on children, and lice rapidly are evolving resistance to chemicals. (scienceblog.com)

Interestingly, an older 2004 study found that a topical product with slow-release citronella was more effective than a placebo at treating lice on children. (healthline.com)

However, head lice infestation is commonly overdiagnosed, with extinct infestations being mistaken for active ones. (wikipedia.org)
Four intakes draw seawater into the pen from depths below the upper-water column where sea lice and some harmful algae are commonly found. (cowichanvalleycitizen.com)

It has been suggested that historically, head lice infection were beneficial, as they protected against the more dangerous body louse. (wikipedia.org)
Louse-borne relapsing fever ( Borrelia recurrentis ) in a Somali refugee arriving in Italy: a re-emerging infection in Europe? (cdc.gov)
This is because the little girl got a lice infection. (sivtelegram.media)
The autopsy indicated that the minor's death was due to "anemia caused by an untreated louse infection accompanied by malnutrition as a contributing factor. (sivtelegram.media)
The victim's siblings, aged 11 and 13 respectively, were handed over to other family members, indicating that they were also suffering from a serious lice infection. (sivtelegram.media)
Dr. Richard Besser, ABC News' chief medical and health editor, told 'Good Morning America' that head lice are harmless, adding that the worst possible outcome is infection resulting from too much scratching. (go.com)

Human lice ( P humanus and P pubis ) are found in all countries and climates. (medscape.com)

If crawling lice are not seen, finding nits attached firmly within ¼ inch of the base of hair shafts suggests, but does not confirm, the person is infested. (virginia.gov)

In Ethiopia, head lice appear to be able to spread louse-born epidemic typhus and Bartonella quintana. (wikipedia.org)

Itching from lice bites is common. (wikipedia.org)
The most common symptom is itching of the head, which normally worsens 3 to 4 weeks after the initial infestation. (wikipedia.org)
Itching may take 2-6 weeks to develop upon first infestation, and sooner in subsequent infestations. (wikipedia.org)
Indications of head lice infestation include: the tickling feeling of something moving in the hair, itching, feeling irritable or having difficulty sleeping, and having sores on the head caused by scratching. (virginia.gov)
Itching might begin a few days to several weeks after infestation. (virginia.gov)
People with lice usually have severe itching. (msdmanuals.com)
Lice infestation usually causes severe itching in the infested area. (msdmanuals.com)
Lice that have infested the eyelashes cause eye itching, burning, and irritation. (msdmanuals.com)
Lice immediately associate with itching - sometimes the very idea is enough to get you scratching. (elimax.be)
Itching is the most obvious symptom of a head lice infestation, but not all lice infestations cause itching. (go.com)
Itching is an allergic reaction to a chemical that the lice inject into the skin when they bite. (go.com)

Head lice are spread by direct contact with the hair of someone who is infected. (wikipedia.org)
Head lice feed only on human blood and are only able to survive on human head hair. (wikipedia.org)
they cannot hop or fly, so they are usually spread by direct contact with the hair of a person infested with head lice. (virginia.gov)
Misdiagnosis of head lice infestation is common because nits can be confused with other particles found in hair, such as dandruff, hair spray droplets, and dirt particles. (virginia.gov)
Because of hair, we'd have to assume that several of these lice were vertically laid up the hair shafts. (mirror.co.uk)
Static electricity or wind may eject lice from hair. (msdmanuals.com)
Lice can be found on the coat by parting the hair and looking closely as the adults are about the size of a grain of sand. (vin.com)
In these cases, the head should be examined visually by parting the hair every 2-3 cm and looking at the base of the hair for any moving louse. (head-louse.net)
With loose hair, you have a higher chance of hair-to-hair contact and you give lice a larger surface to crawl onto. (elimax.be)
The products contain LPF or Lice Protecting Factor , a combination of ingredients that reduces the electrostatic charge of the hair and emits a scent that repels lice (but is not detected by humans). (elimax.be)
Thanks to Elimax's products, the hair becomes a lot less attractive to lice, and this protective action remains active for three days. (elimax.be)
does hair dye kill head lice and stop the infestation? (licecomb.com)
Does hair dye kill head lice is a common question that can be heard from lots of parents nowadays, since this infestation usually targets hosts which are mostly children. (licecomb.com)
Basically lice are very tiny insects that target head and body hair of humans and chimpanzees. (licecomb.com)
Does hair dye kill lice? (licecomb.com)
Thoroughly saturate the pubic hair and other infested areas with lice medication. (cdc.gov)
After careful examination, it was found that there was a large number of lice in her hair," the team said. (sivtelegram.media)
We were visiting friends while out of town, literally across the country when we found lice in my hair. (licecharmers.com)
I knew I didn't have the time, patience, or skill to get the lice out of my 7 year old's long hair, let alone mine. (licecharmers.com)
On dark hair, lice look like specks of dandruff. (go.com)
Pubic lice are parasitic insects that live on coarse body hair, such as pubic hair. (medicalnewstoday.com)
Fipronil collects in the oils of the skin and hair follicles, and continues to be released from hair follicles onto the skin and coat, resulting in long-lasting activity against fleas, ticks and chewing lice. (medi-vet.com)
Their hair was examined for head louse infestation: 45 (3.8%) were infected with lice, 43 (95.5%) girls and 2 (4.5%) boys. (who.int)

Mallophaga, or chewing lice, are common pests of birds and domestic animals, but humans only rarely are affected as accidental hosts. (medscape.com)
There are two main types of poultry lice: biting lice (Mallophaga) and sucking lice (Anoplura). (gypsyshoalsfarm.com)

Pubic lice may spread to the eyelashes. (msdmanuals.com)

Lice infestation is a parasitic skin infestation caused by tiny wingless insects. (msdmanuals.com)

It targets fleas throughout their entire life cycle and continues to work preventing additional infestations. (lcsupply.com)
Advantage will provide your dog immediate relief from biting fleas - literally within minutes - and begins to work against infestations within two hours. (lcsupply.com)

While transmission of lice via inanimate objects may be possible, it's been found to be highly unlikely. (healthline.com)
There are some differing opinions on the transmission of head lice via inanimate objects, but the science doesn't seem to support transmission in this manner. (healthline.com)
Pubic lice may also be transmitted by inanimate objects, such as towels, bedding, and clothing. (msdmanuals.com)

It also kills hatched lice well enough to eliminate entire infestations. (scienceblog.com)
It kills lice and nits by drying them out, not by heating them. (scienceblog.com)

If the infestation is particularly severe or if you are unsure about the best course of action, consult a veterinarian with experience in poultry health. (gypsyshoalsfarm.com)
Dr. Aj Tarpoff, an extension veterinarian with Kansas State, indicates in Bovine Veterinarian that cattle lice infestations can affect the health and performance of cows and stocker cattle. (vin.com)

Head lice are small, wingless, blood-sucking insects. (healthline.com)
Lice are blood-sucking insects. (medscape.com)

Early detection can help prevent the infestation from spreading. (gypsyshoalsfarm.com)
Whenever you introduce new birds to your flock, isolate them in a separate area for a few weeks to monitor their health and prevent the introduction of lice or other diseases. (gypsyshoalsfarm.com)
Cleaning your home after a lice infestation is crucial to prevent re-infestation. (nitpickyusa.com)
A major B.C. salmon-farm operator will soon be testing a new containment system designed to prevent sea lice and algae from entering pens and hopefully reduce the chances of fish escapement. (cowichanvalleycitizen.com)
Learn how lice spread, how to prevent them, and clean your home. (licecharmers.com)
Q: If there's an outbreak at school, what can you do to prevent your child from getting lice? (go.com)
When it comes to head lice, there are many anecdotal claims about ingredients and products that can prevent them. (healthline.com)
In this article, we'll look into the products that claim to prevent lice, the research behind them, and whether they can help. (healthline.com)
A quick search on the internet reveals thousands of spray products that claim to prevent lice. (healthline.com)
It found that, while tea tree oil did cause some repellence, the compound and the botanicals failed to prevent lice. (healthline.com)
For example, one 2007 study found that DEET did not prevent lice. (healthline.com)
The researchers argued that, while lice growth slowed, this was because of the slippery nature of DEET and oils used in the study rather than their capability to defeat and prevent lice growth. (healthline.com)

Over-the-counter (OTC) ointments that contain permethrin, pyrethrins, or piperonyl butoxide are effective against pubic lice infestations. (medicalnewstoday.com)

Sentinel cages are an established means of assessing infestation pressure at fixed locations, but as smolts move through systems they will be exposed to varying lice densities. (int-res.com)
Oceanographic data was collected alongside TSCs to put the results into the environmental context that smolts and sea lice experienced during the tows. (int-res.com)

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Health Care1

Pediculosis7

Scalp21

Eggs30

Comb16

Pediculus5

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Anti-lice3

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Lepeophtheirus5

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Crab louse2

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Lindane1

Pubic louse2

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Female louse2

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Humanus1

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Mallophaga2

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