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Understanding Head Lice Problem
In understanding the problem of head lice it is necessary to dispel a few myths and misconceptions; one is that head lice cannot fly – they are wingless creatures as evidenced by the many head lice pictures available on the internet – and perhaps more important is to understand that head lice and head lice nits are two different things.
This is vital in treatment terms as getting rid of either requires a different approach; the head lice themselves, the adult walking creatures, are relatively easy to get rid of by using either one of the many insecticide lotions or shampoos, Malathion or Permethrin for instance, available in well known brand such as Ovide, or by using a natural method or lotion, many of which are rather bizarre and somewhat questionable. Nits, however, are absolutely microscopic and may avoid being eliminated by even the strongest of insecticide treatments, meaning that while the lice have all been killed there are living, soon to hatch eggs remaining, and ready to start off a new colony in a matter of days.
Head Lice Nits Are Strongly Attached To Our Hair
One problem with head lice nits is that they are attached to our hair by what amounts to a very strong glue, and they are laid very close to the scalp making them difficult to find; wet combing the hair with a nit comb over a white sheet of paper may help to identify those that you do manage to dislodge – they will appear as tiny white specks – but this does not mean they have all been successfully removed.
A seemingly odd process may help to dislodge the nits from their strong holding, as bathing the head in vinegar has been shown to loosen the attachment to the hair, thanks to the acids present. Once done, and rinsed thoroughly, a further combing with a nit comb may result in a full clear out of all attendant nits.
As some may remain we need to keep a close eye on the patient over the next few days; nits hatch approximately one week after they are laid, and in as little as a further week the young head lice nymphs become breeding adults. This means you have a space of two weeks from the initial treatment over which close attention, and regular inspection, must be kept up in order to clear the head of any future or possible infestation. Nits are the biggest part of the problem, and the most difficult to spot, so such examinations are an integral part of any treatment regime.
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Treatment for Head Lice
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Where head lice are concerned there are several different methods of treating them (head lice), among these being the very odd methods of smothering the head lice with substances that are found in the average kitchen through washing the hair regularly in a natural herbal shampoo, right down the basic and essential practice of combing the hair with a special head lice comb, something that should be carried out in conjunction with any other chosen method for head lice treatment.
However, despite the availability of prescription insecticide shampoos, designed to kill the creatures and reportedly very effective, many people are wary of using these items, and choose not to do so. They fear the consequences of smothering their child’s head in what is effectively a poison, and of the apparent possible side effects these substances can have.
What is Ovide head Lice Treatment?
Ovide head lice treatment is one of these popular prescription only lotions, so let’s have a closer look at what it is, what it does, and whether or not there is anything to be concerned about.
The first thing to understand is the Ovide is a trade mark, a brand name for a particular head lice treatment, and it contains an insecticide called Malathion. Malathion is present in only minute quantities in the product – one half of a percent, in fact – yet this is said to be enough to kill the head lice while being harmless to the patient. However, it is not for use on those under six years of age, and does come with some possible side effects.
Side effects are minor, and include an increase in dandruff and irritation to the scalp; furthermore, the substance can be dangerous to the eyes, and as Ovide used for head lice treatment is an alcohol based product it is flammable.
The plus side is that it is thoroughly tested and is safe when used in conjunction with the directions given, and as it is available only on prescription cannot be given for anything other than serious head lice infestations.
Insecticides for head Lice
There are many reports that some insecticides have become useless as the head lice have developed immunity to them, although this is not a reported problem with Malathion based lotions such as Ovide. It remains popular and widely prescribed, and is certified safe.
The choice as to whether to use an insecticide for head lice or a natural product remains with the individual, with the advantages of scientific testing and known success being for the former, and the knowledge of complete safety for the latter; it’s a choice only you can make.
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Lice Pictures
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Where to find them and why you need them
Head lice – a perennial problem especially among young children, spreading like wildfire among schools and communities as they are difficult to diagnose in the early days and are sometimes mistaken for such as dandruff and other scalp conditions. This is why, when diagnosing a possible head louse infestation, the use of pictures is very important, and we are very fortunate that modern technology has allowed photography to advance to such a degree that we can now see very detailed lice pictures, and video clips, displayed for us in high resolution on a computer screen, an aid to identification that surpasses all others.
There are several ways of creating these miniature marvels – one is to take a standard picture of the louse in real size and enlarge using computer technology, another to actually phonograph the louse using an attachment on a microscope – but there can be no doubt that having life like photographs of head lice, both in actual size and enlarged for detail, has led to easier diagnosis and a better understanding of the different methods of head lice treatment.
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Head lice symptoms are also pictured in this way, with examples of the site of a bite and the following infection, and also depictions of what a nit looks like and how to tell if the scalp is infested, and this type of head lice information has led to a much greater understanding of the problem. It is absolutely essential that if a case of head lice is identified, it is treated straight away, and this can be done in a number of ways.
Many people choose to use medicinal shampoos – Ovide, using the Malathion insecticide, is a popular one- yet many choose to steer away from such chemically formulated lotions and treat the head lice problem with home remedies. Indeed, there are many instances of picture guides to these methods, with pictorial instruction on using tea tree oil for head lice, olive oil for head lice and more, and as always the important, rather essential, nit comb is also depicted, with an illustration of how to correctly wet comb the bugs out of the hair.
Indeed, the ability to place high resolution head lice pictures on internet websites has led to easier treatment of the problem, and as public understanding of the phenomenon grows these pictures will no doubt prove their worth beyond all doubt. Modern technology has a lot to answer for, so it would seem.
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