Head Lice Treatment | Prevention And Symptoms

Head lice infestation is a very common problem that affects a large number of people. Head lice are tiny creatures that feed on blood from the scalp and spread through physical contact with an infected person. The most common symptom of head lice infestation is itchiness of the scalp. You will also notice small rash-like bumps on the scalp that are produced when the lice feeds on blood. Another common symptom is the appearance of white lice eggs (also called nits) on the hairs. Anyone who is infested with lice is most likely to be continuously scratching their heads. However, it should be noted that sometimes none of these symptoms might be visible even though there is head lice infestation.

Here are a few common treatments of head lice that may be beneficial for you. Apply lemon juice or apple cider vinegar on your scalp. Add a little bit of raw garlic paste to it and leave for about half an hour. Wash off when it starts to dry up. This is a good home remedy for treating a head lice infestation. You can also mix apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, and egg to prepare an effective remedy for head lice. Washing your hair with tea tree oil and mayonnaise is also known to be helpful. Neem (margosa) or basil leaves are also quite helpful for treating head lice. Make a paste of these leaves and apply them on your hair for about half an hour and then wash off with water. Repeat this treatment once a week for about a month. Yet another effective remedy for head lice is to use olive oil. Apply good quantity of olive oil on your scalp and then wrap your head with a plastic bag. Leave the oil in your hair overnight with the plastic bag wrapped on. In the morning, wash off the hair and then comb your hair properly. You should repeat this treatment at least once a week.

It is to be noted that prevention of head lice is easier than the treatment. You should therefore take a few preventive steps whenever you think that one of your family members might have been infested with head lice. Do not share any items (like combs, towels, hats, scarves, or other head gear) with an infected person. Wash the clothes of the infected person regularly and use disinfectants in the water while washing. If one member of the family is suspected to have head lice, follow the treatments for the whole family.