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Lices and nits
I don't know how. But lices and nits are there in my scalp and it's very irritating. Please help me by suggesting some remedies.
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Head lice (pediculosis capitis) spread through direct head-to-head contact and are very common â nothing to be embarrassed about. The most effective treatment is a permethrin-based anti-lice lotion (like Scabi or Lyclear), applied to dry hair, left for 10â15 minutes, then washed off. Use a fine-toothed lice comb on wet hair to remove the nits (eggs) â this step is very important as lotions do not always kill nits. Repeat the treatment after 7â10 days to kill any newly hatched lice.
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Please consult me directly on Practo for a detailed evaluation if the infestation persists after two rounds of treatment, as a prescription-strength option may be needed.
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Use an permithrin based anti lice shampoo and a fine toothed combination on a wer scalp
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Permethrine to apply locally first till dry than wash with shampoo. Remove with very thin lice comb
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Need few more details for proper understanding of your issue.
You can consult with me online on Practo or whatsapp on eight three one eight four six nine eight eight six for proper diagnosis, conclusion and management
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Hi, lice and nits are common and easily treatable.
Use a good anti lice shampoo as per instructions, comb daily with a fine comb and wash bedding in hot water.
It should clear up soon with consistent care.
Feel free to consult for further guidance.
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Consult plz
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Seldom shampoo twice a week
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visual check helps assess the severity of skin irritation or redness, removing lice and nits relies entirely on applying the correct anti-lice formulations and physically combing out the eggs.
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kindly do connect and consult with me for better treatment plan and advice on your case.....
need image of your scalp to give you better treatment plan
so fell free to connect with me
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Dr. Ravi Kumar Nadella
General Physician
18 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Try jungle formula shampoo
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Dr. Vetsa Sri Krishna Chaitanya
General Physician
7 yrs exp
Rajahmundry
Need a few more details please consult for further evaluation and treatment
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
General Physician
6 yrs exp
Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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Dr. Ashita Kuruvilla
General Practitioner
8 yrs exp
Kolkata
Use medicare shampoo
And comb regularly with thin comb
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Dr. Gaurav Jaiswal
General Physician
7 yrs exp
Jhansi
Avoid fried and spicy food
Avoid sugar rice potatoes
Water intake more
Green leafy vegetables more
Fiber meal
Walk
Do connect and consult
Will help you
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Dr. Yogita
General Physician
5 yrs exp
Rohtak
- 1% Permethrin in surfactant rinse, single 1 hour application on the affected area.
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If persistent itching,
Tab. Cetirizine 10mg once daily at night for 7 days.
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Maintain hygiene and daily bath with soap and water.To remove nits with the help of a fine toothed comb.
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Dr. Anmol Kudal
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5 yrs exp
Nashik
Hello please consult me on whatsapp eight eight three zero zero zero six nine eight two for proper treatment also share the picture of scalp
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