What to Do When Head Lice is Found

If you think you or a member of your household has head lice, you should immediately treat them with an appropriate treatment. Make sure you also check close household contacts for lice and treat them at the same time. Do not forget to keep all items in your home clean and sanitized.

It is very important to treat the nits that are close to the scalp so that the lice do not spread. This way, you can make sure that the lice do not spread to others in the family. In order to prevent the lice from spreading, avoid head-to-head contact with your child and check for lice in all other members of your household. If the lice are present in other family members, you may need to treat the entire family to prevent reinfestation.

In addition to checking the head of the child, you should also inform the parents of the children’s closest friends. It is also important to inform the school nurse. They can check for nits and contact the parents of those children who have been in contact with the person with head lice.

Using a magnifying glass or bright light will help you see lice more easily. The best places to look for lice are behind the ears, along the hairline, and at the neck. You should also check eyelashes and eyebrows for nits. If you find any, make sure to wash them as soon as possible.