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How long are you contageous once treated for lice?
If you have head lice, you need to get treated as soon as possible. Once you are treated and you don't see anymore lice, you are no longer contagious.
What is head lice treated with?
Cases of head lice are usually treated with sham-poos or rinses containing either lindane (Kwell) or permethrin (Nix).
Can dogs have head lice and if so, how can it be treated?
Yes, dogs can get head lice, although it is rare. Head lice in dogs can be treated with specialized shampoos or medications prescribed by a veterinarian. Regular grooming and cleaning of the dog's bedding can also help prevent the spread of lice.
Can adults get head lice?
Anyone who has hair on their head can get head lice. It sounds like a funny way of saying things, but head lice only survive on our heads and need hair to grasp onto in addition to sucking blood from the skin of our scalps. So, anyone who comes in contact with another person who has head lice can conceivably get them.
Do head lice leave bumps?
Usually no, you should get it treated immediately.
How long can a child have lice in their hair?
Once children have lice in their hair, they will keep them until treated. The lice process is: adult lice transfer from one head to another, the female lice lay eggs, the eggs hatch within 7 days the baby lice grow, they lay eggs and the whole process repeats itself.
Do adults easily get lice?
Adults can get lice, but it is less common than in children because adults have fewer head-to-head contacts that spread lice.
Can dogs get head lice, and if so, how can it be treated?
No, dogs cannot get head lice. Head lice are specific to humans and do not affect animals. If your dog has a similar issue, such as fleas or ticks, it is best to consult a veterinarian for proper treatment.
Can animals get lice from children?
All I know is that we could not rid our children of head lice, even after treatment, until we treated our bunny for lice. Once the bunny had been dusted with Sevin, and we retreated the kids, everything was good. I know experts say it can't happen - I know it did.
What should I do when I have been treated for lice four times but my family and best friend have them as well and now I have them again but my family will not believe me?
Head lice has been common in school children for years and even some adults can get them. Either you got the head lice from school and passed it onto your family and best friend or your best friend or another student could have passed it onto other students. Head lice will spread if not treated by the doctor and anyone you have come in contact with should see their doctor and be treated as well or the infestation of lice will continue to infect your family and best friend. Your parents should know better and believe you. Since they do not believe you have the school counselor telephone your parents so the counselor can educate them about head lice.
Can head lice live on dyed hair?
Head lice can live on any color or length of hair....they don't like color treated hair but they will infest it.
Does lice get in colored treated hair?
Yes - colour of hair is not relevant to head lice.
