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Suggest Treatment For Lice Infestation

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Posted on Mon, 13 Mar 2017
Question: I know this is not common but I have bed bugs in my hair. All the bites all over my body are healed. Thanks to a visit to my sister in laws. . What will kill them along with their eggs.. It is not lice I know what lice looks like. Lice and their eggs can be seen with the naked eye.I have pictures showing bed bugs and their eggs. The only way to see them is by taking a photo.
I appreciate your help.
Thank you, XXXXXXX
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Answered by Dr. Geeta Sundar (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
the only safe way is to use lice shampoo with some baking powder

Detailed Answer:
Hi, you have already tried many things, some safe some harsh.

the only safe way is to use anti-lice medicated oil (not shampoo), leave it on for 20 minutes.
Next, gently lather in baking soda mixed with your regular shampoo.
Massage with your fingers for ten minutes. Now wash off. I am sure this will work even if it takes a few days.
Then gently comb out your wet hair with a nit comb.
Do it daily for a week or till the eggs are all destroyed.
Avoid everything harsh or you will end up losing hair.
Hope your hair is squeaky clean soon!

Regards
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Suggest Treatment For Lice Infestation

Brief Answer: the only safe way is to use lice shampoo with some baking powder Detailed Answer: Hi, you have already tried many things, some safe some harsh. the only safe way is to use anti-lice medicated oil (not shampoo), leave it on for 20 minutes. Next, gently lather in baking soda mixed with your regular shampoo. Massage with your fingers for ten minutes. Now wash off. I am sure this will work even if it takes a few days. Then gently comb out your wet hair with a nit comb. Do it daily for a week or till the eggs are all destroyed. Avoid everything harsh or you will end up losing hair. Hope your hair is squeaky clean soon! Regards