The head louse, Pediculus capitis humanus, is by no means a new nuisance. The insect has been an unwelcome companion to humans, probably from the beginning, as with its close relatives, the body louse and the pubic (or crab) louse. Head lice infestations seem to be on the rise in recent years - as almost any parent of an elementry-age child can tell you. A parent's first...
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Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Lice - head; Nits; Pediculosis capitis - head liceTreatmentLotions and shampoos containing 1% permethrin (Nix) often work well. They can be bought at... Read more »
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