What People Don’t Understand About Head Lice Victims

While lice are a common problem, most people don’t admit to ever having struggled with head lice. This is because of the label attached to being a head lice victim.

Not only do these pesky critters make it difficult to interact with people, because of their contagious nature, they’re the reason their victims suffer socially.

However, despite the problem being a common one, most people lack knowledge about how lice behave. Usually, it’s the victims who are blamed for not being able to get rid of the problem in an efficient manner. But that seems a bit unfair.

Not only are lice difficult to remove, they breed quickly, making it difficult to get rid of them.

One female louse lays up to 10 eggs in a day. These eggs hatch within a week. The nymphs (baby lice) grow up in 6 days. They then produce offspring of their own.

Within a month, victims are left dealing with an infestation, with lice crawling through strands of their hair.

There is also a common misconception that head lice invade unclean, greasy hair. There’s a perception that those who have lice do not bother with personal hygiene. This is simply not true. The truth is, lice do not have a preference.

They are just as attracted to clean hair as unkempt hair. This is because they don’t like hair, they like human blood. Therefore, anyone can get lice.

OTC Lice Products Don’t Work

It’s easy to say something along the lines of, “Why don’t you use an anti-lice shampoo?”

The truth is, OTC anti-lice products don’t work. In fact, they damage hair because they are created using harsh chemicals like lindane that result in disabilities and seizures. They can permanently damage the scalp and cause irreversible hair loss.

In addition, home remedies are also ineffective. They can also damage the hair, making it frizzy and brittle. Products like mayonnaise can get stuck to the hair, making it difficult to wash out.

What is the Solution?

The first step is to learn more about head lice. The second step is heading to a lice removal service.

Lice treatment clinics use natural products to get rid of the problem. They use special combs that are built using state-of-the-art technology. They also offer in-home treatments for individuals who do not want to get treated in a clinic.

Lice Master is one such clinic.

At Lice Master, we offer lice treatments and solutions to across Pembroke Pines and other locations. We also offer in-home treatment services and head lice screenings. Visit our Pembroke Pines treatment center or call at 1-800-748-9451 for information related to appointments.