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Hi there.. I am a breastfeeding mother of a baby of 4 months. Basically I am a mother of 2. My elder one is my son of 4 years. Me and my son are having lice infestation when I was pregnant with my second. Now we tried everything the lice is not going away completely. It's really getting embarrassing dady by day. Is there any medicine for this to completely remove it in one day? It will be much of the help. Thankyou
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First maintain hygiene
Keep separate towel , comb .
Use ketoconazole shampoo twice a week.
Consult for further details
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Hi dear, I understand how uncomfortable and embarrassing this can feel, especially while caring for two little ones. Don’t worry — lice can be completely treated safely even during breastfeeding.
Since you and your 4-year-old both are affected, you need simultaneous treatment to prevent reinfestation.
Use Permethrin 1% lotion (safe for breastfeeding mothers and children above 2 years). Apply on dry scalp for 10 minutes, then rinse well.
Comb wet hair with a fine-toothed lice comb daily for 7–10 days.
Wash all pillow covers, bedsheets, and towels in hot water and sun-dry them.
Avoid sharing combs or hair accessories.
If lice persist despite this, you may need a stronger prescription lotion or oral medication (given only under supervision). I’ll help you with a customized plan for both you and your child to clear it completely within a day or two.
Please connect with me personally on WhatsApp at nine three two six zero two zero five nine six for step-by-step guidance and medicine details
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Get a ketaconazole shampoo , Consult for more . Happy to help🩺😊
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Consult dermatologist
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Yours seems to be a difficult problem because you have already tried the conventional treatment like Premethrin . Please consult a Dermatologist in your area for a physical examination and further management.
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You and your child likely have a persistent lice infestation. The safest and most effective treatment in breastfeeding mothers is Permethrin 1% lotion, applied on dry scalp for 10 minutes and repeated after 7 days
Next Steps
Please consult with me directly so I can assess scalp condition, confirm if resistance has developed, and prescribe a suitable treatment plan for both you and your child safely.
Health Tips
Wash bed linens, towels, and combs in hot water and treat all family members simultaneously to avoid reinfection.
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Hello mam
I’m available to discuss your problems in detail. Please feel free to message me on WhatsApp at 9133 seven seven 996 seven (@ ₹95)
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Hello, I am Dr. Romain Rajan, General Physician.
I understand your concern. Head lice infestation can be very frustrating, especially when it spreads among family members. Since you are breastfeeding, the treatment must be both effective and safe for you and your baby.
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Advices
⢠Use Permethrin 1% lotion (Permite, Scabper, or Perlice) â apply it thoroughly on dry scalp and hair, leave it for 10 minutes, then rinse with normal water. Comb the wet hair with a fine-tooth lice comb to remove dead lice and eggs.
⢠Repeat the same process after 7 days, as eggs that survive the first application can hatch later.
⢠Wash all pillow covers, bed sheets, and towels in hot water and dry them in sunlight.
⢠Treat your 4-year-old son with the same Permethrin 1% lotion in the same way.
What to Monitor
⢠Itching and crawling sensations should reduce within 24 to 48 hours.
⢠Check the scalp again after 1 week for any new lice.
Management
Avoid sharing combs, hair ties, or hats. You may use coconut oil or olive oil in between treatments, as it suffocates any remaining lice.
Do not use any oral or strong chemical treatment while breastfeeding.
When to Consult a Doctor Immediately
⢠Persistent itching or skin rash on scalp
⢠Secondary infection with pus or sores
⢠Lice spreading despite treatment after 2 cycles
Every patientâs situation is unique. For accurate diagnosis and lasting relief, it is important to discuss your medical history and symptoms in detail.
ð You can reach out to me directly for this case, and also connect with me in future for any medical consultation.
I am available on Practo or on WhatsApp at 85271646 seven seven for a one-on-one consultation, where you will receive:
A personalized treatment plan
Safe medicine adjustments if required
Quick follow-ups to track your recovery
Take care, wishing you good health.
Best regards,
Dr. Romain Rajan
General Physician
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I can guide you with medications. Kindly consult with me on 94 two six eight six 78 nine six.
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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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It would be very difficult for anyone to prescribed medicine without physically examine the affected area.
Next Steps
you should visit a dermatologist, prefebally offline.
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Please do physical visit to doctor
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Sklice shampoo just one application for 7to 10 min. Can beused above six months n on.
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Consult please
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If you want to discuss your problem in more detail, feel free to message me on Whats App at nine one one nine two five five six nine nine for al free detailed discussion
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Need few more details
Kindly connect.
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Please book consultation for prescription
I can give you details there
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Dr. Sanghpriya Gautam
General Physician
6 yrs exp
Delhi
Use shampoo ketoconazole
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Dr. Ishwa Vaderia
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1 yrs exp
Rajkot
Need to consult
Contact on 9three28010077
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Dr. Anubha Singh
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Jhansi
If you require assistance or have any health concerns, feel free to reach out for a consultation. Your well-being is my priority, and i'm here to support you on your health journey.
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Dr. Ravi Kumar Nadella
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18 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Use Himalaya herbal shampoo
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Dr. Manoj Kumar
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10 yrs exp
Dehradun
Need few more details
Kindly consult
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Dr. Nazia Begum M.G
General Physician
15 yrs exp
Belgaum
Perlice shampoo once in a week
Apply methi and mustard oil for best results
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