How to get rid of lice?

Many parents are aware of such a disease as pediculosis. These parasites are found in baths, saunas, and a pool. If you are reading this article, then you have a question how to get rid of lice? We will analyze the causes of the appearance of lice and nits.

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Where do lice come from?

Sometimes parasites can appear completely unexpectedly - it is enough for an infected child to sit next to a school desk. It is easy to pick up a head louse even trying on someone else's hat.

You can also transfer insects from other infected things, such as:

• towel;
• scallop;
• linens.

In the modern world, this phenomenon should gradually disappear, but strangely enough, the incidence rate is steadily increasing, especially in children. Naturally, the appearance of parasites can be prevented if hygiene is observed, but there are times when even cleanliness does not protect against “guests”. Then you have to solve the problem: how to get rid of lice at home?

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What types of lice are there?

Three types of lice can parasitize the human body.

Head

This species selects the scalp. Lice are small in size (up to 3 mm), have a grayish-white color. The risk of catching parasites is most serious in girls with long hair. Grabbing lice on such hair is much faster and easier, and traditional hairdressing games that girls love so much can lead to parasites if common combs and hairpins pass from hand to hand.

Pubic (dies)

This species lives in the area of ​​the pubic pubis and genitals. Size up to 2 mm. If you do not get rid of lice of this type in time, then multiplying, they will go to other parts of the body: into the armpit, mustache, beard, chest.

Clothes lice

This type is larger in size (up to 5 mm). Mostly parasites climb into the folds of clothes and bedding. From their bites, those parts of the body that are in direct contact with the laundry can be affected: neck, shoulder blades, lower back, axillary hollows. This species moves to the human body only in order to drink blood.

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Where can I get lice?

You can transfer lice to your body only by contact with a source - an infected person. Places where you can “catch” pediculosis are diverse:

• common areas - baths, saunas, pools, hairdressers.
• Kindergarten;
• school;
• children's camps and motels;
• transport.

Important! Pets are not carriers of head lice.

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Symptoms of the disease

The main symptom of head lice is severe itching. In addition, tickling, a feeling of movement in the hair may occur, a rash may appear behind the ears or on the neck. Children become moody, restless, they are tormented by insomnia, since lice are most active at night.

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How many lice live?

Adult parasites outside the hair can live only one day. On a person’s head, their life does not exceed 21 days. Lice hatch from eggs (nits) after 7 days.

Important! Even for such a short period of life, these bloodsuckers manage to spawn huge offspring.Therefore, if you notice at least a couple of parasites on your hair or on the child’s head, immediately start active actions - purchase or prepare effective remedies for lice and nits in order to get rid of them as soon as possible. Otherwise, they themselves will not disappear after these 3 weeks, and the population will become more and more.

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The choice of funds for lice

When choosing parasitic drugs, pay attention not only to the effectiveness and ease of use, but also to toxicity. For example, well-known kerosene is an excellent folk remedy for lice. It is easy to use, very effective, but at the same time dangerous.

LiceGuard spray is safe to use, but as practice shows, the removal of parasites from the hair does not cope well. This drug is effective only as a protection against infection with lice.

Important! When choosing a remedy for lice and nits, study the composition in detail, evaluate the specifics of the ingredients included in it, and better read reviews about this drug.

Types of Lice Remedies

In decreasing order of effectiveness, there are funds for fighting in this order:

• pediculicidal emulsion concentrates;
• sprays from lice;
• shampoos;
• creams;
• combs;
• folk remedies.

In this list, the funds are sorted precisely by the number of the most effective drugs. For example, vinegar and kerosene are much more effective than creams and these remedies belong to folk remedies. But in total, there are much more creams for lice that reliably and quickly remove parasites than effective drugs related to folk remedies.

If you split the funds for ease of use, then this list will be as follows:

• Sprays
• creams;
• shampoos;
• folk remedies;
• concentrates;
• combs.

Important! Even the most effective remedy for lice can not cope with nits. To destroy the latter, special preparations are used, or several means that destroy both adult insects and their larvae.

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Security measures when using lice products

The danger of using chemical agents lies primarily in an allergic reaction to active ingredients. All products containing insecticidal substances are prohibited for use by children under 5 years old, as well as pregnant and lactating women.

Important! Before using a chemical agent, read the instructions for use carefully, do not overdose!

Follow these precautions to get rid of lice and not get more serious health problems:

• Use any product only for its intended purpose.
• Do not use one drug three times in a row for the same adult or child. If the product is not effective, change it.
• Do not use several products at once.
• Do not use a hairdryer after using chemicals, as it may contain flammable components.
• Before you get rid of lice with a spray, tie a cotton bandage around your head to protect your eyes, mucous membranes of the nasopharynx.
• Before using the drug, contact lenses must be removed.
• Wear rubber gloves when handling.
• During the procedure, you can not use food and drink. After work, wash your hands thoroughly and ventilate the room well.
• It is necessary to store the pediculosis remedy out of the reach of children, and also away from food.
• Avoid getting chemicals on the mucous membranes of the eyes, mouth, and nose.

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First aid for careless use of funds

If the product nevertheless accidentally gets on the mucous areas or skin, then proceed as follows:

1. Rinse your nose and mouth thoroughly with warm water.
2. If when using the product itching, a rash on the skin or irritation appeared, then rinse this area quickly and thoroughly, and if necessary consult a doctor.
3. In case of contact with eyes, rinse thoroughly with plenty of water and a 2% baking soda solution and consult a specialist immediately.
4. If irritation of the mucous regions of the eye occurs, drip them with a solution of sodium sulfacil 20-30% and immediately consult an ophthalmologist.
5. In case of pain in the eyes, drip with 2% novocaine solution and also go to the hospital.
6. If irritation of the upper respiratory tract, remove the victim to fresh air, then rinse the nasopharynx and mouth with a solution of baking soda. If the symptoms of poisoning and malaise did not go away after a few minutes, immediately seek help from doctors.

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Popular remedies for lice and nits

If you decide to use chemicals in the fight against parasites, check out the following drugs, which are available in large quantities by pharmacies.

Shampoos:

• Pedilin;
• LiceGuard;
• Paranit;
• Higia
• Veda 2.

Sprays and aerosols for controlling lice:

• “Ultra Pedicule”;
• “Couple Plus”;
• “To here”;
• “LiceGuard”;
• “A-Par.”

Creams for lice:

• “Nittifor”;
• The Knicks.

Important! The most effective and safest tool are combs. They will not only save you from parasites, but also are absolutely safe for health. Collect lice and nits combed on a clean sheet and take them outside. Well-publicized Nit Free combs, Robi Comp lice electronic combs, LiceGuard steel tooth comb.

Let's look at some examples of how to use drugs made in one form or another.

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Means for lice with an effective substance Permethrin

This group includes several drugs that, according to reviews, are very effective. Before you get rid of lice with one of them, read the following information. Attentively!

“Nittifor”

Available in the form of cream, lotion. For one adult, lotion will need 10-60 ml.

Lotion Application:

1. Moisten your head with the finished product.
2. Rub thoroughly into the roots and leave for 40 minutes.
3. Rinse your hair with shampoo.
4. Rinse with 50% vinegar.
5. Scrub lice and nits with a thick scallop.

Important! "Nittifor" is able to remain effective up to two weeks.

When using a cream:

1. Shake the bottle.
2. Wash your hair, dry it.
3. Apply evenly, rubbing hair thoroughly into the roots.
4. Rinse off after 10 minutes.
5. Wash your hair with shampoo and rinse with 5% acetic acid solution.
6. Comb the dead parasites with a comb.

Medifox concentrate

In the treatment of pediculosis, this drug is used in the form of a freshly prepared aqueous emulsion.

The use of concentrate:

1. ⅓ dilute the bottle in 200 ml of boiled water.
2. Apply an aqueous emulsion to damp scalp hair.
3. Rub lightly into the skin with a cotton swab.
4. Leave on for 20 minutes.
5. Wash off the product with warm, running water and soap (shampoo).

Medifox gel

Lice can be removed with this remedy even in children from 5 years old. For one person, the consumption is from 10 to 15 grams, depending on the degree of infection and the length of the hair.

Application of means:

1. Apply the gel evenly to clean, damp scalp hair.
2. Rub gently into the hair roots.
3. Wash off after 40 minutes with warm water, shampoo or soap.
4. Comb the strands of dead insects with a comb.

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Folk recipes for getting rid of lice

The following recipes have proven to be the most effective of their group.

Salt and vinegar

Ingredients:

• 45 g of salt;
• a glass of wine vinegar;
• 5g of strong alcohol.

Cooking:

1. Mix vinegar and salt thoroughly.
2. Add strong alcohol to the mixture.

Application:

1. Wash your hair, dry it.
2. Soak the cheesecloth in the prepared solution.
3. Attach to the most affected areas.

Important! It is recommended to wear all day, changing the lotion three times. This tool will help get rid of lice and nits, as well as soothe the skin and reduce itching.

Getting rid of lice with kerosene

Ingredients:

• kerosene;
• vegetable oil.

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The cooking is very simple.Mix kerosene with oil in a ratio of 1:10.

Application:

1. Treat the hair with the prepared product.
2. Wrap your head in glossy paper, securing it to your head with a towel or scarf.
3. Leave the compress overnight.
4. In the morning, wash the solution with hot water and soap.
5. Comb out all the nits with a comb.

Important! Keep in mind that kerosene, although effective, but after it remains a not very pleasant smell, which can not be removed even after thorough washing of the hair with a fragrant shampoo. Use this product carefully, as it is a highly flammable substance!

In this article, we introduced you to a disease such as head lice. We hope that the information presented and the listed ways to combat parasites will help you get rid of it forever.