The common name for lice is insect lice. Lice is the medical term for several species of parasitic wingless insects, with about 5,000 living species. Lice are parasitoids that live outside on warm-blooded hosts, including all species of mammals and birds, with the exception of birds.
When a person is infected with lice, they can be found in the hair, on the scalp, or on parts of the body such as the abdomen, legs, armpits, or genitals. Lice can be seen on all people. However, they are most common among people with long hair, as well as among people with allergic conditions. They usually feed on blood, but sometimes dandruff, causing a "vogel" effect when the hair becomes matted or matted.
Lice that fly, land, or swim carry small eggs from which larvae hatch. As they grow and mature, the larvae begin to fly and feed. At this stage, they can attach to any part of the human body. Lice eggs are usually oval in shape, but can be round, square and heart-shaped. In general, there are about two thousand species of lice, but not all are dangerous, and some are invisible to humans.
There are two common types of skin lice, or "phthyrapiellosis," head lice and body lice. Lice are commonly associated with allergic conditions, but head lice, which can occur on all parts of the body, do not always cause serious skin problems. Lice eggs are usually very light, white and flat at the bottom of the egg, although they may be slightly larger. Lice eggs can be laid anywhere, although most eggs are laid on a person's scalp, neck, armpits, or armpits. The eggs hatch within a week, and the lice emerge as adult flies or nymphs within six days. After that, most adults will move to other areas, although some may remain there for up to three weeks before leaving these areas.
To effectively treat a lice infestation, an effective treatment must kill all adult lice and their eggs. They need to be completely eradicated. There are many products available, but remember that some contain ingredients that may be harmful to children. If you suffer from eczema or other skin conditions, it is best to consult a pharmacist.
Once you have processed the eggs, the next step is to kill all the lice – this is the most important part of the process. Foods that can kill lice include shampoos, powders, creams, sprays, steamers, or oral tablets. They can be bought without a prescription, over the counter, or with a doctor's prescription.
Although oral contraceptives (birth control pills) are not dangerous, they can be harmful, so it is best not to take them during pregnancy. Oral contraceptives can prevent you from getting pregnant, so if you are using oral contraceptives, be sure to check with your doctor.
Oral medications are the most popular treatment for head lice. If you have a serious infection, ask your pharmacist or dermatologist for advice on how best to deal with the problem.
There are various creams that can be used for head lice. They can be bought without a prescription or with a doctor's prescription. Many creams contain antiparasitic ingredients that act on adult lice by removing their eggs and destroying their larvae. Unfortunately, some creams contain toxic ingredients and should not be used by children under 12 years of age.
Other topical solutions such as shampoos and powders are applied directly to the scalp or hair. They are applied to the scalp, hair shaft, or scalp itself and are usually left on for a week. Then they need to be rinsed or wiped off.
There are also products that contain natural oils that you can rub into your scalp or hair and then leave on. This can severely damage the scalp and hair. Be sure to check with your pharmacist or dermatologist which products to use and how often to wash them.
Using a double boiler is another great way to get rid of lice. Steam cookers suck lice from the scalp using the heat of steam to kill and remove them. They are extremely effective and kill all lice.