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How To Get Rid Of Head Lice?
Hello , My son and I have these tiny crystal like beads in our hair they just fall out their not sticking no bugs . I have had lice and have been cleared by the doctor at least 10 times months ago to the point they won’t even check anymore . Their wicked hard unable to pop , their white , crystal (clear) and yellowish little tiny tiny beads . What are these ?
Fri, 30 Mar 2018
Hello,
As per your case history of head lice, my treatment advice is:
1. Avoid hair oil application for 15 days.
2. Apply a permethrin 5 percent lotion once a week for 15 days.
3. Take an antihistamine medication like Levocetirizine twice daily for 7 to 10 days.
4. Other treatment options are Oral Ivermectin and Crotamiton lotion given only after consulting a dermatologist.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Harshit Bhachech
As per your case history of head lice, my treatment advice is:
1. Avoid hair oil application for 15 days.
2. Apply a permethrin 5 percent lotion once a week for 15 days.
3. Take an antihistamine medication like Levocetirizine twice daily for 7 to 10 days.
4. Other treatment options are Oral Ivermectin and Crotamiton lotion given only after consulting a dermatologist.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Harshit Bhachech
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